NEET · Chemistry · STD 12 - 10. Biomolecules
Which of the following is a basic amino acid :
- A Lysine
- B Serine
- C Alanine
- D Tyrosine
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(A) Lysine
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
Since it contains more number of \(- NH _{2}\) groups as compared to \(- COOH\) groups hence it is basic amino acid.


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