Asked by Christian Rittatore on Apr 24, 2024
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Draw the Fischer projection of L-glutamic acid at a pH of 2.
Fischer Projection
A two-dimensional representation of a three-dimensional organic molecule by projection, often used to describe carbohydrates.
L-Glutamic Acid
An amino acid involved in protein synthesis and the neurotransmitter cycle, playing key roles in brain function and metabolism.
pH
A scale used to specify the acidity or basicity of an aqueous solution, with values ranging from 0 (acidic) to 14 (basic), and 7 being neutral.
- Acquire the ability to discern amino acids based on their structures, specifically Fischer projections and side chains.
- Evaluate the effects of pH fluctuations on the conformation and electrostatic charges of amino acids.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire the ability to discern amino acids based on their structures, specifically Fischer projections and side chains.
- Evaluate the effects of pH fluctuations on the conformation and electrostatic charges of amino acids.