Alpha amino acids Flashcards
1
Q
What is the functional group of alpha amino acids?
A
RCH(NH2)COOH
attached to the same alpha carbon
2
Q
What is the structural formula of alanine?
A
CH3CH(NH2)COOH
3
Q
What is the structural formula of glycine?
A
CH2(NH2)COOH
4
Q
How do you name amino acids?
A
Prefix: 2-amino
Parent: middle carbon chain
suffix: anoic acid
name: 2-amino (any branches)(longest carbon chain) anoic acid
5
Q
What happens to amino acids in high pH?
A
RCH(NH2)COO-
6
Q
What happens to amino acids in low pH?
A
RCH(NH3+)COOH
