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Which of the following amino acid at iso...

Which of the following amino acid at isoelectric point will react with nitrous acid and liberate nitrogen gas ?

A

Phenylalanine

B

Isoleucine

C

Lysine

D

Proline

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The correct Answer is:
C
Lysine contain - `NH_(2)` group in its Zwitterion structure, so it will react with nitrous acid and liberate nitrogen gas.
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