Organic Compounds: "Amino acids vary only by R group" What do they mean by R group/what is the R group?
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The R group, also known as the side chain, is the part of the amino acid that varies among different amino acids. There are 20 common amino acids, each with a unique R group that determines its properties and role in proteins. The R group can be as simple as a Show more…
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