Assertion : The `K_(a)` value of `alpha`-amino acids is very low. Reason : `alpha`-Amino acids have zwitterionic structure.

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Assertion : The `K_(a)` value of `alpha`-amino acids is very low. Reason : `alpha`-Amino acids have zwitterionic structure.

Assertion : The `K_(a)` value of `alpha`-amino acids is very low.
Reason : `alpha`-Amino acids have zwitterionic structure.
A. If both assertion and reason are correct and reason is correct explanation for assertion.
B. If both assertion and reason are correct but reason is not correct explanation for assertion.
C. If assertion is correct but reason is incorrect.
D. If assertion and reason are both incorrect.

Monjur Alahi

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2025-01-04 04:42

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Salim Ahmed Kawsar · Accepted Answer · 2023-02-05T15:29:48+06:00

Salim Ahmed Kawsar

Correct Answer - B
Correct explanation. In the Zwitterion structure, `overset(+)(N)H_(3)` group and not COOH group acts as an acid. Therefore, it is a very weak acid.

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