Chapter 24, Problem 24.58QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Among the given amino acids, the one which has polar side chain has to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Amino acids are compounds that contain both amine and a carboxyl groups.  Apart from this the amino acids has side chains.  If the side chain has only carbon atoms and hydrogen atoms, and this cannot undergo ionization or form hydrogen bonds with other amino acids is known as non-polar side chain.  If the side chain contains any heteroatom, then it is a polar side chain.  The polar side chain is identified by the ability of the amino acids to form hydrogen bonds with other amino acids or water.