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What is the net charge of a zwitterionic amino acid at its isoelectric point?

A +1
B -1
C 0
D +2

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

At the isoelectric point (pI), the amino acid exists as a zwitterion with equal positive and negative charges, giving a net charge of zero.

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