Definition von proline im Englisch Englisch wörterbuch
A nonessential amino acid C5H9NO2 found in most animal proteins, especially collagen; its cyclic structure leads to kinks in the peptide chain of proteins
(Pro or P) Click the name to see a model of the side chain group for this amino acid
One of the nonessential amino acids, found in many proteins, especially collagen. Because the nitrogen atom of its amino group is part of a ring structure (making it a heterocyclic compound), its chemical properties differ from those of the other amino acids in proteins. It is used in biochemical, nutritional, and microbiological research and as a dietary supplement
A nonessential amino acid C{5}H{9}NO{2} found in most animal proteins, especially collagen; its cyclic structure leads to kinks in the peptide chain of proteins