Amino acid protectants refer to substances added in protein research and preparation to protect amino acids from their own hydrolysis, oxidation, and other effects. Its main function is to increase protein stability, protect protein quality, and avoid unnecessary changes during the experimental process. In protein research, the addition of amino acid protectors can effectively reduce the influence of external factors on protein occurrence and improve the accuracy of experimental results. In daily experiments, a more detailed understanding of the role of protective agents and the selection of appropriate protective agents can help ensure protein quality and improve the accuracy of experimental results.
Condensing agent refers to the reaction auxiliary agent added in the condensation reaction. Generally, there are condensation agents that play a catalytic role and condensation agents that combine with the separated atoms or atomic groups generated during condensation. The reaction in which two or more organic compound molecules release simple molecules such as water, ammonia, and hydrogen chloride to form a larger molecule is called condensation reaction. Sometimes two organic compound molecules interact with each other to form a larger molecule without releasing a simple molecule, also known as a condensation reaction. The choice of condensation agent depends on the type of condensation reaction, the structure of reactants, reaction conditions, and the substances removed during the reaction process.