NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

BIOCHEMISTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of these is a basic amino acid?
A
Aspartic Acid
B
Arginine
C
Glutamic acid
D
Tyrosine
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Arginine is a basic amino acid. Leucine and Methionine are neutral amino acids. Asparagine is a basic amino acid.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are three amino acids that have basic side chains at neutral pH. These are arginine (Arg), lysine (Lys), and histidine (His). Their side chains contain nitrogen and resemble ammonia, which is a base.

Detailed explanation-3: -Overview. L-arginine is an amino acid that helps the body build protein. Your body usually makes all the L-arginine it needs. L-arginine is also found in most protein-rich foods, including fish, red meat, poultry, soy, whole grains, beans and dairy products.

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