The below mentioned article provides a study note on the Amino Acids. They are organic acids (with carboxylic group —COOH) having amino group (—NH2) generally attached to a-carbon or carbon next to the carboxylic group. Carboxylic group provides an acidic property to the amino acid while amino group gives it a basic reaction. The a-carbon […]
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Carbohydrates: Meaning and Types
In this article we will discuss about the Meaning and Types of Carbohydrates. Meaning of Carbohydrates: Carbohydrates are polyhydroxy aldoses, ketoses and their condensation products. Aldoses bear terminal aldehyde or —CHO group (e.g., glyceraldehyde, xylose, ribose, glucose, galactose) while ketoses have an internal ketone or —CO— group (e.g., dihydroxy acetone, erythrulose, ribulose, xylulose, fructose, sedoheptulose). […]
Fatty Acids: Meaning and Types
In this article we will discuss about the Meaning and Types of Fatty Acids. Meaning of Fatty Acids: Fatty acids are organic acids having hydrocarbon chains that end in a carboxylic group (—COOH). Hydrocarbon chains may be straight or have ring structure. Some fatty acids also possess hydroxyl groups. Length is 4-24 carbons. The common […]