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Protein Structure and Amino Acid Chemistry by Isaiah Johnson is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Proteins are polymers of amino acids linked by peptide bonds. Amino acids contain an amino group, a carboxyl group, and a side chain that differs between each amino acid. There are 20 standard amino acids that make up human proteins. Amino acids can be classified based on structure, side chain properties, metabolic fate, and nutritional requirements. The properties of amino acids allow them to act as buffers and determine solubility.
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- Isaiah Johnson
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