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Insulin has 51 amino acids arranged in 
 

Option: 1

Single polypeptide 
 


Option: 2

2 polypeptides of 21 and 30 amino acids 


Option: 3

2 polypeptides of 25 and 26 amino acids 


Option: 4

3 polypeptides having 15,16 and 20 amino acids 


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As learnt in Biotechnological Application in Medicines - Genetically Engineered Insulin -

 

  •  Insulin consists of two short polypeptide chains: chain A and chain B, which are linked together by disulfide bridges.
  • Chain A has 21 amino acids.
  • Chain B has 30 amino acids.
  • Hence, the correct option is (b).
     
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