COMEDK2022ChemistryBiomolecules
The essential amino acid are (i) Leucine (ii) Glutamic acid (iii) Asparagine (iv) Valine correct option is
Options
- A(i), (ii)
- B(ii), (iii)
- C(iii), (iv)
- D(i), (iv)
Correct answer
D. (i), (iv)
Step-by-step solution
Amino acids are classified as essential or non-essential based on whether they can be synthesized by the human body. Essential amino acids must be obtained through the diet. The ten essential amino acids are Phenylalanine, Valine, Threonine, Tryptophan, Isoleucine, Methionine, Leucine, Lysine, Histidine, and Arginine. From the given list: (i) Leucine is an essential amino acid. (ii) Glutamic acid is a non-essential amino acid. (iii) Asparagine is a non-essential amino acid. (iv) Valine is an essential amino acid. T