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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of the following describes the side chain for Valine?
Options
A ethyl group
B hydrogen
C isobutyl group
D isopropyl group
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Valine (Val, V) has an isopropyl group (-CH(CH3)2) as its side chain. The structure is NH2-CH(i-Pr)-COOH.

Hint

What is the R group in valine?

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