Question:

The following dipeptide derivative is used as an artificial sweetener:
 dipeptide derivative- artificial sweetener
The constituent α-amino acids of this dipeptide are

Updated On: Jan 10, 2025
  • phenylalanine and glutamic acid.
  • phenylalanine and aspartic acid
  • tyrosine and aspartic acid.
  • tyrosine and glutamic acid.
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

The dipeptide structure shown in the question corresponds to the sweetener aspartame. Aspartame is made up of two amino acids: phenylalanine and aspartic acid. The chemical structure shown matches the combination of these two amino acids, where phenylalanine is linked to aspartic acid.

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