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Definition of Amino acids

Biologically active compounds

Amino acids are organic compounds that serve as the fundamental building blocks of proteins. They contain an amino group (-NH₂) and a carboxyl group (-COOH). Amino acids play a crucial role in metabolism and are key components in the synthesis of enzymes and hormones.

Context of usage for Amino acids

• Essential amino acids cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained through diet, such as leucine and tryptophan.
• Non-essential amino acids can be synthesized by the body from other compounds, such as alanine and glycine.