10 Questions
Name two amino acids with a hydroxyl group in their side chain.
Serine, threonine
Which amino acids have sulfur in their side chain?
Cysteine, methionine
Which amino acids have a benzene ring in their side chain?
Phenylalanine, tyrosine
Name an amino acid with a side chain ring that possesses at least one atom other than carbon.
Tryptophan
What are the key elements found in amino acids?
Carbon, hydrogen, nitrogen, oxygen
Identify an amino acid with an amide group in its side chain.
Asparagine, glutamine
Why is classification of amino acids important?
It gives a clear idea to pick the amino acid type and is useful for biochemists to understand each amino acid.
How many amino acids appear in the genetic code?
20
What are the basic components of an amino acid?
Amine [-NH2], carboxyl [-COOH], side chain [R group]
What are the ways in which amino acids can be classified?
Based on R group, polarity and R group, distribution in protein, nutritional requirements, number of amino and carboxylic groups
Learn about the classification and properties of amino acids, which are organic compounds containing amine, carboxyl, and side chain groups. Understand the basic structure and the need for classifying amino acids.
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