Chapter 21.4, Problem CQ

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The speculated interaction between the Capsaicin with biological receptor has to be given.

Concept Introduction:

Hydrogen bond:

A hydrogen bond is a electrostatic attraction between a hydrogen atom and more electronegative atom such as nitrogen (N), oxygen (O), or fluorine (F) atoms.

Hydrophilic (water-loving):

The compound has the hydroxyl group ($\text{OH}$) is called as hydrophilic.

Hydrophobic (water-fearing):

The compound has alkyl chain group is called as hydrophobic.