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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of the following describes the side chain of Leucine?
Options
A ethyl group
B isopropyl group
C sec-butyl group
D isobutyl group
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Leucine (Leu, L) has an isobutyl group (-CH2-CH(CH3)2) as its side chain.

Hint

What is the R group in leucine?

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