Fmoc derivative

Definition

An Fmoc derivative is a protective group used in peptide synthesis to temporarily protect the amino group on an amino acid, preventing it from engaging in unwanted reactions. It is easily removed under basic conditions without affecting other parts of the molecule.

Related terms

Peptide Synthesis: The chemical process of linking amino acids together via peptide bonds to form peptides or proteins.

Amino Acid Protection: A strategy used in peptide synthesis to prevent certain functional groups within amino acids from reacting prematurely.

Deprotection: The process of removing a protective group from a molecule, restoring its original functional groups for further reaction or analysis