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The number of amino acids in insulin is:

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21
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574
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C
51
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5733
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Solution

The correct option is C 51
51 amino acids are present in insulin. Insulin is made from two polypeptide chains named subunit A and B.

Subunit A consists of 21 amino acids, whereas subunit B consists of 30 amino acids. These chains are connected by two disulfide bridges.

Option C is correct.

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