5 Questions
Which term is synonymous with zwitterion?
Inner salt
What is a zwitterion?
A molecule containing an equal number of positively and negatively charged functional groups
What prevents betaines from isomerizing to an all-neutral form?
Presence of a quaternary ammonium group
What stoichiometry represents the tautomerism of amino acids?
RCH(NH2)CO2H ⇌ RCN(N+H3)CO−2
How is the zwitterion stabilized in aqueous solution?
By hydrogen bonding with solvent water molecules
Test your knowledge of zwitterions and betaines in this chemistry quiz. Explore the concept of zwitterions, their characteristics, and their presence in betaines. Delve into the unique properties and behavior of these dipolar ions.
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