Residues

Definition

In the context of peptides and proteins in organic chemistry, residues refer to the individual amino acids that are linked together by peptide bonds within a peptide or protein chain. Each residue retains its unique side chain which contributes to the overall structure and function of the molecule.

Related terms

Peptide Bonds:

Covalent chemical bonds that link amino acid residues together in a chain, forming peptides or proteins.

Amino Acids:

Organic compounds that serve as the building blocks for proteins, consisting of an amino group, a carboxyl group, and a unique side chain.

Protein Structure: The three-dimensional arrangement of atoms within a protein molecule, including primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structures, determined by the sequence of amino acid residues