MDCAT Biology MCQ #687

During protein synthesis, a bond forms between the amino group of one amino acid and the carboxyl group of another. This is a:

MDCAT Biology MCQ #687

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During protein synthesis, a bond forms between the amino group of one amino acid and the carboxyl group of another. This is a:

    • A) Glycosidic bond
    • B) Ester bond
    • C) C-O-C bond
    • D) C-N linkage

    Answer: C-N linkage

    Explanation: A peptide bond forms between the carboxyl group and amino group; a glycosidic bond is tempting but it links sugars, not amino acids.