Amino Acids, Proteins and DNA
Students examine the structure of amino acids, zwitterions, and peptide links. The topic extends to the hydrogen bonding in DNA and the action of anti-cancer drugs.
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Students examine the structure of amino acids, zwitterions, and peptide links. The topic extends to the hydrogen bonding in DNA and the action of anti-cancer drugs.
Key Questions
- How do amino acids behave in acidic and alkaline conditions?
- What intermolecular forces hold the DNA double helix together?
- How does cisplatin work as an anti-cancer drug?
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