Which of the following amino acids will move the farthest when subjected to electrophoresis at pH 7?

Name: Which of the following amino acids will move the farthest when subjected to electrophoresis at pH 7?
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Amino acids with a greater positive charge and smaller size will move further in electrophoresis at neutral pH. Among the options given, amino acid I (lysine) has the largest positive charge and smallest side chain, and therefore it will move the farthest.

Which of the Following Amino Acids Will Move the Farthest