Which of the following types of amino acid residues is most likely to be found on the surface of a water-soluble protein?

A Non-polar, hydrophobic residues
B Polar, uncharged residues ✓
C Positively charged residues
D Negatively charged residues

Explanation

Polar, uncharged residues such as serine, threonine, and asparagine are more likely to be found on the surface of a water-soluble protein because they can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules.

Source

Nelson and Cox, Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry
Protein Metabolism Biochemistry Protein Structure Easy MEDICAL Confidence: high