Amino Acids
A Comprehensive Study on Amino Acids
Structure and Classification of Amino Acids
The building
blocks of amino acids are a core carbon atom, a hydrogen atom, an
amino group, a carboxyl group, and a variable side chain. Amino
acids can be divided into polar, nonpolar, acidic, and basic groups
according to the characteristics of the side chain. Every kind of
amino acid has distinct qualities and functions within the body in
particular ways.