Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
The position of ammonia that might have been incorporated in the original peptide is to be explained.
Concept introduction:
Amides are formed when
(b)
Interpretation:
The functional groups at the N terminus and at the C terminus are to be explained.
Concept introduction:
Amides are formed when amines and acids are condensed. It is accompanied by the loss of water molecule. The
(c)
Interpretation:
The given findings are to be explained.
Concept introduction:
Amides are formed when amines and acids are condensed. It is accompanied by the loss of water molecule. The
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