Amino Acids, Proteins And DNA Flashcards
1
Q
What are Zwitterions (for amino acids)
A
When the overall pH of the molecule is zero the acidic group loses a H+ and the alkali group gains a H+.
2
Q
How does cisplatin help treat cancer
A
Bonds to two adjacent guanine bases. Cisplatin bonds to strands of mutated DNA to prevent it from replicating via ligand replacement with guanine