Pyruvic Acid

C₃H₄O₃

IUPAC: 2-Oxopropanoic acid

CAS: 127-17-3

Overview

Pyruvic acid is the end product of glycolysis and a central molecule in metabolism. It sits at the crossroads of carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism.

Composition

Element Symbol Atoms Atomic Mass
Hydrogen H 4 1.0080
Carbon C 3 12.0110
Oxygen O 3 15.9990

Elemental Composition

H
Hydrogen ×4
4.6%
C
Carbon ×3
40.9%
O
Oxygen ×3
54.5%

Uses

  • • Biochemical research
  • • Cosmetics (chemical peel)
  • • Food additive

Fun Facts

  • ✦ Every glucose molecule your body burns produces two molecules of pyruvic acid

Structure

SMILES

CC(=O)C(=O)O

Properties

Type
organic
State
liquid
Molar Mass
88.06 g/mol
Density
1.2500 g/cm³
Melting Point
13.8 °C
Boiling Point
165.0 °C
Solubility
miscible

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
88.0160
XLogP
-0.3
TPSA
54.4 Ų
H-Bond Donors
1
H-Bond Acceptors
3
Rotatable Bonds
1
Heavy Atoms
6
Complexity
84.0

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 Pyruvic Acid?
Pyruvic Acid (C₃H₄O₃) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name 2-Oxopropanoic acid.
What is the molecular weight of Pyruvic Acid?
Pyruvic Acid has a molar mass of 88.06 g/mol.
What state is Pyruvic Acid at room temperature?
Pyruvic Acid is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Pyruvic Acid organic or inorganic?
Pyruvic Acid is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Pyruvic Acid?
Pyruvic Acid (C₃H₄O₃) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Oxygen (O).