Amino Acids, Acidic
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Amino acids with side chains that are negatively charged at physiological pH. |
| Previously Indexed: |
Amino Acids (1968-2001),specific amino acids (1970-2001) |
Amino Acids, Acidic Categories.
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Aspartic Acid - One of the non-essential amino acids commonly occurring in the L-form. It is found in animals and plants, especially in sugar cane and sugar beets. It may be a neurotransmitter. |
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Glutamic Acid - A non-essential amino acid naturally occurring in the L-form. Glutamic acid is the most common excitatory neurotransmitter in the CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM. |
Amino Acids, Acidic Definitions and Terms
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