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Chapter 27, Problem 27.44P
Following is the primary structure of glucagon, a polypeptide hormone of 29 amino acids. Glucagon is produced in the α-cells of the pancreas and helps maintain blood glucose levels in a normal concentration range.
Which peptide bonds are hydrolyzed when this polypeptide is treated with each reagent?
- (a) Phenyl isothiocyanate
- (b) Chymotrypsin
- (c) Trypsin
- (d) BrCN
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