Side chains of the amino acids in a protein or peptide are often called________.
A) organic compounds
B) derivations
C) residues
D) fragments
E) backbones

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Side chains of amino acids in a protein or peptide are referred to as residues. This term specifically relates to the parts of amino acids that differ from one another and give each amino acid its unique properties, excluding the common backbone that forms the peptide chain.

Side Chains of the Amino Acids in a Protein or Peptide