Definition
For a peptide chain, the end that contains the amino group.
Explanation
The end of a peptide or a protein primary structure where the amino acid residue is not part of a peptide bond. A terminal group is often an amine or ammonium.
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In one sentence
The end of a peptide or a protein primary structure where the amino acid residue is not part of a peptide bond. A terminal group is often an amine or ammonium.
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