Question

Which one out of A - D given below correctly represents the structural formula of a basic amino acid?

• A. C
• B. D
• C. A
• D. B

Answer 1

The correct option is B D

A. It is the structure of glutamic acid which is a acidic amino acid.

B. It is the structure of serine which is a neutral amino acid.

D. It is the structure of lysine which is a basic amino acid. These have 2 amino group and 1 carboxyl group.

So, the correct answer is 'D'.