NEET2015ChemistryBiomoleculesActual
In an amino acid, the carboxyl group ionises at p K_ a₁ =2.34 and ammonium ion at p K_ a₂ =9.60 . The isoelectric point of the amino acid is at pH
Options
- A4.32
- B3.34
- C9.46
- D5.97
Correct answer
D. 5.97
Step-by-step solution
Isoelectric point, pH = p K_ a 1 + p K_ 2 = 2.34+9.60 2 =5.97