Valine is an essential amino acid since it cannot be synthesized by the body. Which of the following describes the side chain of valine?
Valine, along with isoleucine and leucine, are branched chain amino acids. Cysteine contains a sulfhydryl group. Phenylalanine contains an aromatic ring. Glycine doesn't have a side chain.
Contains a sulfhydryl group
Contains a branched chain hydrocarbon
Contains an aromatic ring
Doesn't have a side chain