Which of the following functional groups is a commonly seen nucleophile in biochemical reactions?
A)aldehyde
B)deprotonated alcohol
C)amide
D)carbocation
E)iodide ion

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Deprotonated alcohols are commonly seen nucleophiles in biochemical reactions, such as in the formation of ester bonds during protein synthesis. Other functional groups listed, such as aldehydes, amides, and carbocations, may also participate in biochemical reactions but are not typically nucleophilic. Iodide ion can act as a nucleophile but is not commonly seen in biochemical reactions.

Which of the Following Functional Groups Is a Commonly Seen