Amino Acid Structure and Classification (1A)
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Which amino acids are polar uncharged at physiological pH on the MCAT?
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Which amino acids have hydroxyl-containing side chains (alcohol functional group)?
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Which amino acid side chain commonly forms disulfide bonds in oxidizing environments?
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Cysteine. Its thiol group can oxidize to form covalent disulfide bridges, stabilizing protein tertiary and quaternary structures.
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