Lysine

C₆H₁₄N₂O₂

IUPAC: (2S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic acid

CAS: 56-87-1

Overview

Lysine is an essential amino acid critical for collagen formation, calcium absorption, and immune function. It is the most limiting amino acid in cereal-based diets.

Composition

Element	Symbol	Atoms	Atomic Mass
Hydrogen	H	14	1.0080
Carbon	C	6	12.0110
Nitrogen	N	2	14.0070
Oxygen	O	2	15.9990

Elemental Composition

Hydrogen ×14

9.7%

Carbon ×6

49.3%

Nitrogen ×2

19.2%

Oxygen ×2

21.9%

Uses

• Animal feed additive
• Dietary supplement
• Pharmaceutical
• Herpes treatment adjunct

Fun Facts

✦ Over 2 million tonnes produced annually, mostly for animal feed

Structure

SMILES

C(CCN)CC(C(=O)O)N

Properties

Type: organic
State: solid
Molar Mass: 146.19 g/mol
Density: 1.1250 g/cm³
Melting Point: 224.0 °C
Solubility: very soluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass: 146.1055
XLogP: -3.0
TPSA: 89.3 Å²
H-Bond Donors: 3
H-Bond Acceptors: 4
Rotatable Bonds: 5
Heavy Atoms: 10
Complexity: 106.0

Related Compounds

1,2-Dichloroethane

C₂H₄Cl₂

1,3-Butadiene

C₄H₆

1,4-Dioxane

C₄H₈O₂

1-Butanol

C₄H₁₀O

2-Propanol

C₃H₈O

Acetaldehyde

CH₃CHO

Acetamide

C₂H₅NO

Acetic Anhydride

C₄H₆O₃

Acetone

(CH₃)₂CO

Acetonitrile

C₂H₃N

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lysine?

Lysine (C₆H₁₄N₂O₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (2S)-2,6-Diaminohexanoic acid.

What is the molecular weight of Lysine?

Lysine has a molar mass of 146.19 g/mol.

What state is Lysine at room temperature?

Lysine is a solid at room temperature.

Is Lysine organic or inorganic?

Lysine is classified as an organic compound.

What elements make up Lysine?

Lysine (C₆H₁₄N₂O₂) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Nitrogen (N), Oxygen (O).