9.3.9 - Amides
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What is the functional group of an amide?
💡 Hint: Think about the structure involving nitrogen and carbonyl.
From which type of acid are amides derived?
💡 Hint: Consider the reaction where -OH is replaced.
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What is the functional group of an amide?
💡 Hint: Recall the elements involved in the amide structure.
Amides are derived from which type of acid?
💡 Hint: Think about the source of their formation.
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Describe the implications of amide stability in biological systems, particularly in protein structure. How do amide bonds influence the folding of proteins?
💡 Hint: Consider the importance of structure in function within biological molecules.
Given a hypothetical amide with a carbon chain of ten carbons, predict its solubility in water compared to a similar-sized alkane. Explain your reasoning.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the polar nature of amides versus the nonpolar nature of alkanes.
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