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Explain: On electrolysis in acidic solution, glycine migrates towards cathode while in alkaline solution, it migrates towards anode.

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To explain why glycine migrates towards the cathode in acidic solution and towards the anode in alkaline solution during electrolysis, we can break down the explanation into several steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Glycine Structure**: - Glycine is the simplest amino acid with the formula NH2CH2COOH. It has an amino group (-NH2) and a carboxylic acid group (-COOH). 2. **Behavior in Acidic Solution**: ...
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