Ionic States of Non-Acidic or Basic Amino Acids Flashcards
1
Q
Write out the general structure of amino acids
A
2
Q
What is the charge at pH<pK1?
A
positive
3
Q
What is the charge at pH>pK2?
A
negative
4
Q
What is an amino acid called at neutral pH?
A
zwitterion
5
Q
What is the overall charge at neutral pH?
A
0
6
Q
What is another name for neutral pH?
A
physiological pH
