L-glutamic acid (E)

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Display the side chain carboxyl group as Ball & Stick.

Some facts on L-glutamic acid.

1. Abbreviation: Glu.
2. One-letter code: E, (near G).
3. Molecular mass: 147 daltons.
4. Side chain (or R-group) features:
   • Structural formula:
     
   • Formula: -(CH₂)₂-COO^-;
   • Category: polar; acidic.
   • pK_a: 4.3.