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Which statement about the zwitter ionic form of an amino acid acid is correct ?

A

The zwitter ion acts only as a base

B

The zwitter ion carries an overall charge which can be positive or negative

C

The zwitter ion is neutral overall

D

The zwitter ion acts only as an acid

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The correct Answer is:
C
Zwitter ion has both + Ve and - ve charges
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