MDCAT Biology MCQ #998

During the formation of a peptide bond, which functional group of the first amino acid reacts with the amino group of the second?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #998

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the formation of a peptide bond, which functional group of the first amino acid reacts with the amino group of the second?

    • A) Hydroxyl group
    • B) Carboxyl group
    • C) Methyl group
    • D) Phosphate group

    Answer: Carboxyl group

    Explanation: Peptide bonds form between carboxyl and amino groups; hydroxyl is tempting but it is involved in glycosidic or ester bonds.