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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Biomolecules

Question:

Which of the following is incorrect regarding tryptophan? 

Options:

It is a non-polar amino acid

 It has an aromatic side chain

It is a basic amino acid

It is an essential amino acid

Correct Answer:

It is a basic amino acid

Explanation:
Tryptophan is an essential amino acid with bicyclic aromatic side chain, indole. It cannot be synthesized by the human body and must be taken for nitrogen balance in the body. It has one amino and carboxyl group each and is a neutral amino acid.