Question:

In addition to \(-NH_2\) and \(-COOH\) groups, the functional group present in the amino acid serine is X and the functional group present in the amino acid cysteine is Y. X and Y are respectively

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Serine contains hydroxyl (-OH) group, while cysteine contains thiol (-SH) group.
Updated On: Jul 29, 2026
  • \(-CONH_2\), \(-SH\)
  • \(-OH\), \(-SH\)
  • \(-SH\), \(-OH\)
  • \(-OH\), \(-CONH_2\)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Identify the structure of serine Serine has the structure: \[ NH_2-CH(CH_2OH)-COOH \] Along with amino and carboxyl groups, it contains: \[ -OH \] group. So, \[ X = -OH \]

Step 2: Identify the structure of cysteine Cysteine has the structure: \[ NH_2-CH(CH_2SH)-COOH \] Along with amino and carboxyl groups, it contains: \[ -SH \] group. So, \[ Y = -SH \] Thus, \[ X = -OH,\qquad Y = -SH \] \[ \boxed{(-OH),(-SH)} \] Therefore, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{(B)} \]
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