Introduction to Amino Acids and Polypeptides

The video tutorial explains the structure of amino acids, highlighting their two main functional groups: the amine group and the carboxylic acid group. It discusses the formation of amide bonds through condensation reactions, where water is eliminated. The tutorial also covers the polymerization of amino acids into polypeptides or proteins, emphasizing the role of peptide links. Additionally, it introduces a generic notation to represent amino acid reactions, focusing on the significance of the R functional group in determining the resulting polypeptide structure.

Describe how amino acids can react to form polymers.

What is a polypeptide and how is it related to amino acids?