Multiple choice

By which of the following processes an amino group from amino acid is transferred to produce a keto acid?

  1. Condensation

  2. Transamination

  3. Deamination

  4. Hydrolysis

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B Correct answer
Explanation

In transamination, transfer of an amino group by transaminase from an amino acid takes place, producing keto acid.