Asked in UHS MDCAT 2012 2012Moderate

Which of the following is a peptide bond?

Correct answer: A. -C-N

  • A. -C-N
  • B. -C-O
  • C. -C-P
  • D. -C-S

Explanation

The peptide bond is the bond formed when the carboxyl group reacts with an amide group forming a -C-N- bond.

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