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Andrea Tackett
on Dec 20, 2024
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A chain of amino acids forms a:
A) protein.
B) carboxyl group.
C) peptide bond.
D) carbohydrate.
Amino Acids
Building blocks of proteins, playing critical roles in body functions, including cell structure and transport.
Carboxyl Group
A functional group consisting of a carbon atom double-bonded to an oxygen atom and single-bonded to a hydroxyl group (COOH), characteristic of organic acids.
Peptide Bond
A peptide bond is a chemical bond formed between two amino acids during protein synthesis, linking them together in a polypeptide chain.
- Acknowledge the constituents and architecture of amino acids, proteins, and their formation process.
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Learning Objectives
- Acknowledge the constituents and architecture of amino acids, proteins, and their formation process.