Chapter 21, Problem 21.45E

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether the protein synthesis begins from $\text{N-}$ terminal or with the $\text{C-}$ terminal of amino acids is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The human body requires $20$ different types of amino acids to synthesize its protein chain. The synthesis of protein involves three stages: initiation of the polypeptide chain, elongation of that chain followed by termination of the completed polypeptide chain.