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The process of separation of amino group from amino acid is called __________.

Options

  1. Aamidation
  2. Bdenitrification
  3. Cdeamination
  4. Ddenaturation

Correct answer

C. deamination

Step-by-step solution

The process of removal or separation of an amino group from an amino acid or other compound is called deamination. This process primarily takes place in the liver and is catalysed by enzymes known as deaminases. Answer: deamination

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