NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
BIOCHEMISTRY
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Question
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Which part of an amino acid determines what type it is (makes it unique)?
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Carboxyl group
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Amine group
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R group
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H group
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The R group, also known as the side chain, is what makes each amino acid unique and is one of the key components of amino acids.
Detailed explanation-2: -Amino acids differ from each other with respect to their side chains, which are referred to as R groups. The R group for each of the amino acids will differ in structure, electrical charge, and polarity.
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