Question

select all that apply
what are the three major structural components of an amino acid?
carboxyl group
nitrogenous base
phosphate group
side chain (r)
glycerol
amino group

Explanation:

Amino acids have a central carbon atom bonded to an amino group (-NH₂), a carboxyl group (-COOH), and a side - chain (R - group). These are the key structural components. Nitrogenous bases, phosphate groups, and glycerol are not part of the basic structure of amino acids.

Answer:

A. Carboxyl group
D. Side chain (R)
F. Amino group