The amino and carboxyl functional groups tend to form bases and acids by attracting or dropping

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The amino group (-NH2) can accept a proton (H+) from a solution, forming a positively charged ion and acting as a base. The carboxyl group (-COOH) can release a proton (H+) to a solution, forming a negatively charged ion and acting as an acid. Therefore, they tend to form acids and bases by attracting or dropping a proton.

The Amino and Carboxyl Functional Groups Tend to Form Bases