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Amino acid

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Anatomy and Physiology I

Definition

Amino acids are organic compounds that combine to form proteins, which are crucial for various bodily functions. They contain an amino group (-NH2), a carboxyl group (-COOH), and a unique side chain specific to each amino acid.

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