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What are acidic side chains?

Posted May 17, 2024

Chemical Reagents Tools Intracellular Ions Intracellular pH

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Acidic side chains refer to the amino acid residues in proteins that contain carboxylic acid functional groups. These side chains are capable of donating protons, making them acidic in nature. The two common amino acids with acidic side chains are aspartic acid and glutamic acid.

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