Chapter 26.5, Problem 9P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The products of the given reactions typical of the functional groups of amino acids are to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Amino acids contain two functional groups, a carboxylic acid group and an amine group. Some amino acids also contain another functional group in the side chain.

Amino acids therefore undergo reactions of carboxylate group as well as amines.

They also undergo reactions typical of carbonyl group.

Depending on any functional group present in the side chain, they may also undergo other reactions characteristic of that group.