Asked by Tavon Johnson on Sep 23, 2024

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When drawing a peptide, the N-terminus ________.

A) is drawn on the right side
B) is drawn on the left side
C) is drawn as -NH2
D) B and C are both correct

N-Terminus

The end of a protein or polypeptide chain where the amino acid has a free amine group.

Peptide

Short chains of amino acid monomers linked by peptide (amide) bonds, commonly found in biological organisms.

  • Scrutinize the arrangement of amino acids and peptides after certain chemical manipulations.
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Jacoreion Crockett4 days ago
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The N-terminus of a peptide is always on the left side when drawing a peptide.