Chapter 18.3, Problem 18.11P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The D-form and L-form of serine has to be drawn.

Concept introduction:

• Many amino acids are linked together through amide bonds to form a biologically large molecule known to be proteins.
• Amino acid had both amino functional group and carboxyl functional group in a molecule.
• Amino functional group is $(-N{H}_2)$ and carboxyl functional group is $(-COOH)$ and a $R$ group is considered as side chain, when all these are bonded to same carbon atom.
• Chiral carbon: Chiral carbon is the one which is bonded to four different molecules or groups.