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Which one out of A – D given below correctly represents the structural formula of a basic amino acid?
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  1. A
    B
  2. B
    C
  3. C
    D
  4. D
    A

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A basic amino acid contains more amino groups () than carboxyl groups () in its structure. Lysine (Structure C) is a classic example, as it contains an additional amino group in its side chain ( -group).Acidic amino acids (like Glutamic acid) have extra .Neutral amino acids (like Alanine) have one of each.

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Which one out of A – D given below correctly represents the structural formula of a basic amino acid?
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A
B
B
C
C
D
D
A

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