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The correct sequence of amino acids present in the tripeptide given below is :

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Start from the free NH2 (N-terminal) and identify each side chain: isopropyl = Val, CH2OH = Ser, CH(OH)CH3 = Thr.
Updated On: Nov 5, 2026
  • Val - Ser - Thr
  • Thr - Ser - Val
  • Leu - Ser - Thr
  • Thr - Ser - Leu
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

The free \(\mathrm{H_2N}\) end (left) is the N-terminal; the \(\mathrm{COOH}\) end (right) is the C-terminal. Peptides are named from the N- to the C-terminus.
Residue 1: the \(\alpha\)-carbon bears \(\mathrm{CH(CH_3)_2}\) (two Me on one carbon) = valine (Val).
Residue 2: side chain \(\mathrm{CH_2OH}\) = serine (Ser).
Residue 3: side chain \(\mathrm{CH(OH)CH_3}\) (Me and OH on the same carbon) = threonine (Thr), attached to the \(\mathrm{COOH}\).
Sequence: Val - Ser - Thr.
Answer: (1) Val - Ser - Thr
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