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The melting point and solubility `("in" H_(2) O)` of amino acids are generally high. Explain why ?

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Amino acids contain two functional groups which can make H-bonds that is the reason why they have high m.p and solubility in water.
Amino acids contain two functional groups which can make H-bonds that is the reason why they have high m.p and solubility in water.
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Knowledge Check

  • The solubility of H_(2)O is

    A
    Higher in `H_(2)O` than in `D_(2)O`
    B
    higher in `D_(2)O` than in `H_(2)O`
    C
    the same in both `H_(2)O and D_(2)O`
    D
    none of the above

  • Amino acids are least soluble

    A
    at pH around 7
    B
    at pH 7
    C
    at their isoelectric points
    D
    none of above

  • Which compound is soluble in H_(2)O

    A
    `HCHO`
    B
    `CH_(3)CHO`
    C
    `CH_(3)COCH_(3)`
    D
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