Most naturally occurring amino acids are the ______-isomer and most naturally occurring carbohydrates are the ______-isomer.
A) L; D
B) D; L
C) D; D
D) L; D.
E) Amino acids and carbohydrates naturally exist as racemic mixtures.

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Most naturally occurring amino acids are of the L-isomer, while most naturally occurring carbohydrates are of the D-isomer. This is a fundamental aspect of biochemistry, reflecting the specific orientation of atoms in these molecules that life on Earth predominantly utilizes.

Most Naturally Occurring Amino Acids Are the ______-Isomer and Most