Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
12th Edition
ISBN: 9780134395326
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Suzanne M. Keller
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 2, Problem 32SAE
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The structure of a generalized amino acid and state the importance of the R-group.
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Amino acids are organic compounds present in all the living organisms that consist of amino (–NH2) and carboxyl (–COOH)
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Essentials of Human Anatomy & Physiology (12th Edition)
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