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Aminoacids, as the name suggests, have both an amino group and a carboxyl group in their structure. In addition, all naturally occurring aminoacids (those which are found in proteins) are called L aminoacids. From this, can you guess from which compound can the simplest aminoacid be made?

A

Formic acid

B

Methane

C

Phenol

D

Glycine

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