The $pK_a$ values for the three ionizable groups $X, Y$ and $Z$ of glutamic acid are $4.3, 9.7$ and $2.2$ respectively. The structure is $HO_2C-CH_2-CH_2-CH(NH_3^+)-CO_2H$. The isoelectric point $(pI)$ for this amino acid is:

  • A
    $7.00$
  • B
    $3.25$
  • C
    $4.95$
  • D
    $5.95$

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