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Explain zwitterion formation.
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Amino acids, proteins and DNA (A-level only)
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Amino acids and proteins (A-level only)
Aqa A Level ChemistryOrganic chemistry
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Explain zwitterion formation
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zwitterion
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What is a zwitterion?
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A molecule with both positive and negative charges but is overall neutral
Key terms
- Zwitterion: A molecule that has both positive and negative charges but is overall neutral.
- Amino acid: Organic compounds that serve as the building blocks of proteins.
Common trap
Confusing zwitterions with charged ions: Remember that zwitterions have both positive and negative charges but are overall neutral, unlike fully charged ions.
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