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The `pK_(a1)` and `pK_(a2)` of an amino acid are 2.3 and 9.7 respectively. The isoelectric point of the amino acid is:

A

12

B

7.4

C

6

D

3.7

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C
Isoelectric point `(2.3 + 9.7)/2 = 6`
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