Why do amino acids exist as Zwitterions?

Related questions

1. What makes an effective buffer?
2. At what pH is a buffer most effective?
3. Why is denaturing proteins important?
4. What is zwitterionic form?
5. What makes the best buffer solution?
6. What is an example of denaturation?
7. What factors cause proteins to denature?
8. Where do amino acids come from?
9. What are examples of buffers?
10. What amino acids are Zwitterions?

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