Why are amino acids called acids if they have an acidic end and an alkaline end? 392 viewsJanuary 24, 2024ChemistryOther Question100.55K January 24, 2024 0 Comments Why are amino acids called acids if they have an acidic end and an alkaline end? In: Chemistry 3 Answers ActiveNewestOldest Anonymous Posted January 24, 2024 0 Comments They have an amino end. They have an acid end. So we call them an amino acid. It really is that simple. Chemistry doesn’t have to be more mysterious than that. You are viewing 1 out of 3 answers, click here to view all answers. Register or Login
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