MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4877

During the laboratory synthesis of a tripeptide from three distinct amino acids, how many molecules of water are produced as by-products?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4877

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the laboratory synthesis of a tripeptide from three distinct amino acids, how many molecules of water are produced as by-products?

    • A) 3
    • B) 2
    • C) 1
    • D) 4

    Answer: 2

    Explanation: A tripeptide is formed by three amino acids and two peptide bonds. Option A incorrectly counts the amino acids as the bonds.