Which amino acids would migrate furthest toward the anode (positive electrode) during electrophoresis?
A) Aspartic acid.
B) Arginine.
C) Tyrosine.
D) Histidine.
E) Glutamine.

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Aspartic acid has a negative charge at physiological pH due to its acidic side chain, which means it will migrate towards the anode (positive electrode) in an electric field.

Which Amino Acids Would Migrate Furthest Toward the Anode (Positive