The three common components of all amino acids are: a central carbon atom bonded to a hydrogen atom, a carboxylic acid group, and
A. a common side-chain group.
B. a sulfur-containing amino group.
C. a nitrogen-containing amino group.
D. a positively charged R-group.
C
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a. 30 b. 40 c. 50 d. 60
Which of the following statements about vitamins is true?
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