Write the formula of an amino acid and identify functional groups in it.
General formula of an amino acid: NH₂-CHR-COOH Functional groups: Amino group (-NH₂) → Makes amino acids basic Carboxyl group (-COOH) → Makes amino acids acidic R group (Side chain) → Determines the type of amino acid For example, the amino acid glycine has the formula NH₂-CH₂-COOH. Related Questions: Decide whether sucrose is a disaccharide or … Read more