Glycine Molecule in 3D: C₂H₅NO₂ Structure and Facts
Glycine is the smallest amino acid, the building blocks of proteins. Its side group is just a single hydrogen atom. In Molecule Studio you can spin the glycine molecule, zoom in on each atom and measure its bonds.
Explore in 3DGlycine quick facts
| Chemical formula | C₂H₅NO₂ |
|---|---|
| Molar mass | 75.07 g/mol |
| Atoms in one molecule | 10 |
| Group | Body |
What is glycine used for?
- Building proteins in the body
- Food additive and sweetener
- Making other chemicals
Interesting facts about glycine
- It is the simplest of the amino acids.
- It is common in collagen, the protein in skin and bones.
- It tastes slightly sweet.
- Glycine has been found in samples from comets.
What you can do in 3D
Turn the molecule to see it from every side, switch between ball and stick, space filling and wire views, and tap atoms to measure bond lengths and angles.
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Glycine questions
What is the formula of glycine?
C2H5NO2.
Is glycine an amino acid?
Yes, the simplest of the amino acids used to build proteins.
Where is glycine found?
In many proteins, especially collagen.
Has glycine been found in space?
Yes. It was detected in samples from comet Wild 2.
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