how-do-polystyrene-beads-contribute-to-the-merrifield-solid-phase-peptide-synthe

Question

How do polystyrene beads contribute to the Merrifield solid-phase peptide synthesis?

Accepted Answer

They serve as a solid support to anchor the growing peptide chain.

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They are used to purify the peptide chains.

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They dissolve in the reaction solution to enhance yield.

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They act as a catalyst in the reaction.