👉 Mercaptids are a class of small organic molecules that have a similar structure to amino acids, which are essential building blocks of proteins. They can be found in various parts of the body and play important roles in metabolism, immune function, and other processes. In terms of their chemical properties, mercaptids differ from other alcohols such as acetylcholine or salicylates, which have a similar structure but have different functional groups on their side chains. They are also known for their
