Question
Chemistry Question on Biomolecules
Amino acids generally exist in the form of Zwitter ions.
A
Basic - COO- group and acidic - NH+3 group
B
Basic NH2 group and acidic - COOH group
C
The basic - NH+3 group and acidic - COO- group
D
Basic - NH2 and acidic - H+ group
Answer
Basic - COO- group and acidic - NH+3 group
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (A): Basic - COO- group and acidic - NH+3 group