Glycine
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Molecular Structure
Detailed Description
Glycine CAS: 56-40-6 is a nonessential amino acid. It is the only amino acid that does not form an L or D optical rotation. Glycine is the simplest amino acid and is found in the protein of all life forms.
Glycine CAS: 56-40-6?is an amino acid, a building block for protein. It is not considered an "essential amino acid" because the body can make it from other chemicals. A typical diet contains about 2 grams of?glycine?daily. Some people apply?glycine?directly to the skin to treat leg ulcers and heal other wounds.