Chemical Classes of Common Amino Acids - Exam 2

Question 1

nonpolar amino acids

Answer 1

often have R groups that contain -CH2 or -CH3

Question 2

polar uncharged amino acids

Answer 2

have R groups that contain oxygen or OH-

Question 3

charged amino acids

Answer 3

have R groups that contain acids or bases that can ionize

Question 4

aromatic amino acids

Answer 4

have R groups that contain an organic (carbon) ring with alternating single and double bonds (nonpolar)

Question 5

special function amino acids

Answer 5

hace unique and individual properties

ex: methionine (usually first amino acid in a chain)