STANDARDChemistry-Amino Acids

STANDARD Chemistry Properties of Amino Acids MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium

Which one of the following is a basic amino acid

A

NH₂-CH-COOH | CH(CH₃)₂

B

COOH | CH₂ | CH₂ | CH₂ | NH₂

C

NH₂-CH-COOH | CH₂OH

D

NH₂-CH-COOH | CH₃

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Basic amino acid has two amino groups and one carboxyl group per molecule. This is lysine a basic amino acid.

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