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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

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Which of the following is correct for an amino acid solution when it is in the acidic form?
Options
A pH > pKa
B pH < pKa
Correct Answer
C zwitterionic
D pH = 7
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

When pH < pKa, the amino acid exists in its acidic form (protonated), with the amino group protonated (-NH3+) and the carboxyl group protonated (-COOH).

Hint

What form does an amino acid take when pH is below its pKa?

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