What do the amino acids Tyr, Asn, and Thr have in common?
A) aromatic rings
B) negatively charged at pH 7.0
C) positively charged at pH 7.0
D) double bonds in side chains
E) polar

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Tyr (Tyrosine), Asn (Asparagine), and Thr (Threonine) are all polar amino acids, meaning they have side chains that can form hydrogen bonds with water, making them hydrophilic (water-loving).

What Do the Amino Acids Tyr, Asn, and Thr Have