peptide bond
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
A chemical bond that links two amino acids together to form part of a protein chain.
Usage notes
A peptide bond forms with the loss of a water molecule, making protein formation a condensation reaction.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "A protein can contain hundreds of amino acids, each connected to the next by a _____."
Answer: peptide bond
In your own words, what does "peptide bond" mean?
A chemical bond that links two amino acids together to form part of a protein chain.
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