🔬 MCAT Exam Prep

Which functional group is present in all amino acids?

A Hydroxyl and carboxyl
B Amino and carboxyl
C Aldehyde and amino
D Ketone and carboxyl

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

All amino acids have an amino group (−NH2) and a carboxyl group (−COOH) attached to the alpha carbon.

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