When the hydroxyl group, -OH, of the carboxyl group, -COOH, of an amino acid is linked with the hydrogen of the amino group, -NH2, of another amino acid, _ is released and a peptide bond is formed.
Correct answer: C. H2O
- A. NH3
- B. CO2
- C. H2O
- D. O2
Explanation
Peptide bond formation is a condensation process which involves removal of water molecule
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