Asked in PMC Practice Test 21 (2021) 2021Moderate

Which of the following elements is present in all proteins?

Correct answer: C. N

  • A. S
  • B. C
  • C. N
  • D. O

Explanation

Nitrogen is in all amino acids and nucleotides, and therefore in all proteins.

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