Which of the following amino acid side chains are NOT found in nucleophilic centres used for covalent catalysis?
A)methyl
B)amines
C)carboxylate
D)aryl and alkyl hydroxyls

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Methyl groups do not have a lone pair of electrons to donate, which is necessary for nucleophilic attack. The other side chains listed all have nucleophilic centers that can be used for covalent catalysis.

Which of the Following Amino Acid Side Chains Are NOT