2.1.2 K) General Structure of an Amino Acid Flashcards
1
Q
Structure of amino acid:
A
amino group called amine group
2
Q
How many types of amino acids are there?
A
20 dif. amino acids found in proteins so 20 dif. R groups
3
Q
Describe the structure of an amino acid:
A
The general structure of all amino acids is a central carbon atom bonded to:
- An aminegroup -NH2
- A carboxylic acidgroup -COOH
- A hydrogenatom
- An Rgroup
4
Q
How do R groups in amino acids vary?
A
size, polarity and hydrophobic/philic
