Textbook Question
Draw the structure for the amino acid represented by each of the following abbreviations:
c. Q
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Chapter 6, Problem 8d
Draw the structure for the amino acid represented by each of the following abbreviations:
d. Y
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Identify the amino acid abbreviation 'Y'. In biochemistry, 'Y' stands for Tyrosine, which is one of the 20 standard amino acids.
Understand the general structure of an amino acid: it consists of a central carbon atom (α-carbon) bonded to an amino group (-NH₂), a carboxyl group (-COOH), a hydrogen atom, and a unique side chain (R-group).
Determine the specific side chain (R-group) for Tyrosine. Tyrosine has a phenol group (-C₆H₄OH) attached to the α-carbon via a methylene group (-CH₂).
Combine the general amino acid structure with Tyrosine's specific side chain. The structure will include the α-carbon bonded to the amino group, carboxyl group, hydrogen atom, and the phenol-containing side chain.
Draw the complete structure of Tyrosine, ensuring proper placement of all functional groups: the amino group (-NH₂) on one side, the carboxyl group (-COOH) on the opposite side, and the phenol-containing side chain (-CH₂-C₆H₄OH) attached to the α-carbon.
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Key Concepts
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Amino Acids
Amino acids are organic compounds that serve as the building blocks of proteins. Each amino acid consists of a central carbon atom, an amino group, a carboxyl group, a hydrogen atom, and a variable side chain (R group) that determines the specific properties of the amino acid. Understanding the structure of amino acids is essential for grasping how they combine to form proteins.
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Amino Acid Abbreviations
Amino acids are often represented by one-letter or three-letter abbreviations for convenience in scientific communication. For example, 'Y' stands for tyrosine, which is an amino acid with a specific side chain that influences its chemical properties and role in proteins. Familiarity with these abbreviations is crucial for interpreting and drawing amino acid structures accurately.
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Chemical Structure of Tyrosine
Tyrosine is an aromatic amino acid characterized by a phenolic side chain, which contributes to its unique properties, including its role in protein structure and function. The chemical structure of tyrosine includes a hydroxyl group (-OH) attached to a benzene ring, making it polar and capable of forming hydrogen bonds. Understanding its structure is vital for predicting its behavior in biological systems.
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