Proline (Pro, P) – Non-polar side chain: Propyl-ring structure.
The amine is secondary, so proline is technically an aliphatic imino acid. The fixed ring geometry allows proline to play an important role in bends in a protein polypeptide.
The amine is secondary, so proline is technically an aliphatic imino acid. The fixed ring geometry allows proline to play an important role in bends in a protein polypeptide.