Zoology-Proteins
NEET Zoology Proteins MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Hard-Class 11
What is the term used for the last amino acid in a protein chain?
A
C-terminal amino acid
B
N-terminal amino acid
C
Alpha amino acid
D
Beta amino acid
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
The last amino acid in a protein chain is referred to as the C-terminal amino acid, as stated in the NCERT context. The first amino acid is known as the N-terminal amino acid.
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