Asked by Hannah Brown on Sep 23, 2024
Which amino acid has an amide group in its side chain?
A) tyrosine
B) tryptophan
C) isoleucine
D) asparagine
E) histidine
Amide Group
A chemical functional group consisting of a carbonyl group linked to a nitrogen atom, commonly found in organic and biochemistry.
Side Chain
A group of atoms attached to a main part of a molecule and having a structure branching off from the main chain or ring in the molecule.
Amino Acid
Organic molecules that serve as the building blocks of proteins, containing both amino and carboxylic acid functional groups.
- Analyze the chemical characteristics found in various amino acids.
Learning Objectives
- Analyze the chemical characteristics found in various amino acids.