Backbone of amino acid comprises of:
Correct answer: A. C-C-N
- A. C-C-N
- B. -NH2 Group
- C. -COOH group
- D. -H group
Explanation
The backbone of an amino acid is composed of a central carbon (C) atom, a hydrogen (H) atom, an amino (NH2) group, and a carboxyl (COOH) group. The central carbon atom is bonded to the amino group, the carboxyl group, and a hydrogen atom, forming a linear chain of C-C-N. Explanation are given below.
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