NEETBiologyBiotechnology and Its ApplicationsMCQ+4 / −1
Which of the following statements is not
correct?
- AIn man insulin is synthesised as a proinsulin
- BThe proinsulin has an extra peptide called C-peptide.
- CGenetically engineered insulin is produced in E.Coli.
- DThe functional insulin has A and B chains linked together by hydrogen bonds.
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Correct answer: D
Functional insulin has A and B chains linked together by disulphide bridges.
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