NH group

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The NH2 group is known as an amino group, a derivative of ammonia. It is a common functional group in organic molecules[1]. 

The NH2 group is present in all amino acids and one hydrogen is used in the condensation reaction that form amino acid chains.

References

  1. ↑ Compendium for Medical Sciences 2nd Edition. (2012) Scion Publishing Ltd.
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