Biochemistry - Structure and Properties of Amino Acids - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Structure and Properties of Amino Acids - Section 1 (Q.No. 13)
13.
Which pair of amino acids absorbs the most UV light at 280 nm?
Threonine & Histidine
Trp & Tyrosine
Cystein & Asparagine
Phenylalnine & Proline
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Md. Atikur Rahman said:   5 years ago
I think trp & tyrosine both are aromatic nonpolar molecules. That's why they absorb most UV light.

Sowmya said:   5 years ago
Please explain the answer.

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