There are 20 amino acids, each with the same base structure. Which part of the amino acid structure changes for each amino acid type? (1 point)

Responses

2 - The amino group
2 - The amino group

1 - The R-group
1 - The R-group

3- The Hydrogen
3- The Hydrogen

4 - The Carboxyl Group

1 answer

1 - The R-group

The R-group (also known as the side chain) is what varies among the 20 different amino acids, giving each amino acid its unique properties.