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Which of the following statements about amino acids is false

A

They are constituents of all proteins

B

Alanine having one amino and one carboxylic group.

C

Most naturally occuring amino acids have D-configuration.

D

Glycine is the only naturally occuring amino acid which is optically inactive.

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C
Most naturally occuring amino acids have L-configuration.
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