What is a function of Hydroxyl?
can form hydrogen bonds with water molecules.
What is a function of Carbonyl?
destabilizes bonds within carbon chain
What is a function of Amino?
acts as a base, can pick up an H+
What is a function of Sulfhydryl?
“cross-linking” helps stabilize proteins
What is a function of Phosphate?
contributes negative charge to molecule it’s a part of
What is a function of Methyl?
it can affect gene expression
What is a function of Carboxyl?
has acidic properties it can contribute