The side chain groups of amino acids are bonded to which carbon?
A) The α -carbon.
B) The β -carbon.
C) The carbonyl carbon.
D) Different amino acids have their side chains attached to different carbons.

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The side chain groups of amino acids are bonded to the α-carbon, which is the central carbon atom to which the amino group, carboxyl group, hydrogen atom, and R group (side chain) are attached.

The Side Chain Groups of Amino Acids Are Bonded to Which