Side chain - Definition and Overview

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The term Side chain can have different meanings depending on the context:

In chemistry and biochemistry a side chain is a part of a molecule attached to a core structure. Often the side chain can vary for a given core. This use is often similar to the term rest or R.
In biochemistry the peptide or protein side chains are the variable parts of amino acids extending from the peptide backbone.

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Side chain - Definition and Overview

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