H2NCH2COOH
H2NCH2COOH, more commonly known as glycine, is the simplest amino acid. Its chemical structure consists of an amino group (NH2) attached to the alpha-carbon atom, which is also bonded to a carboxyl group (COOH) and a hydrogen atom. The side chain of glycine is a single hydrogen atom, making it achiral and the only amino acid that is not chiral. This simple structure gives glycine unique properties, including its small size and flexibility.
Glycine is an essential amino acid in some contexts, meaning it can be synthesized by the human
Furthermore, glycine is involved in various metabolic pathways. It is a precursor for the synthesis of important