27. Organic Nitrogen Compounds Flashcards by Maya Pinto

Q

Describe amino acids.

A

NH2 and -COOH
zwitterions in solution (two charges)
in acid, COO- accepts H+ -> cation
in alkali, NH3+ donates H+ to OH- -> H2O and anion

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