The a carbon A NH2 group is, bonded to the a carbon. A carboxyl (group is bonded to the a carbon. H,N. CH OH A side chain is bonded to the a carbon. FIGURE 1-34 An a-amino acid All a-amino acids have the same basic structure shown in black and differ by the identity of the side chain (R) highlighted in red.

The a carbon A NH2 group is, bonded to the a carbon. A carboxyl (group is bonded to the a carbon. H,N. CH OH A side chain is bonded to the a carbon. FIGURE 1-34 An a-amino acid All a-amino acids have the same basic structure shown in black and differ by the identity of the side chain (R) highlighted in red.

Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)

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Chapter3: Molecules Of Life

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Problem 3SQ: _______ groups are the acid part of amino acids and fatty acids. a. Hydroxyl (OH) b. Carboxyl (COOH)...

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