Proteins are heteropolymers of amino acids. Which type of bond links individual amino acids together?
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Correct answer: Peptide bond
The peptide bond is formed between the carboxyl group of one amino acid and the amino group of the next, with the elimination of water. This bond is essential for forming polypeptide chains.
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