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The factor which does not affect pKa value of an amino acid is _________(a) The loss of charge in the α-carboxyl and α-amino groups(b) The interactions with other peptide R groups(c) Other environmental factors(d) Molecular weightI have been asked this question by my college director while I was bunking the class.My question is taken from Peptides and Proteins in section Amino Acids, Peptides and Proteins of Biochemistry

Answer» CORRECT choice is (d) Molecular weight

To ELABORATE: The loss of charge in the α-carboxyl and α-amino GROUPS, the interactions with other peptide R groups and other ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS can affect the pKa.


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