Licopeno

C₄₀H₅₆

IUPAC: Lycopene

CAS: 502-65-8

Descripción general

Lycopene is the red pigment in tomatoes and watermelons. It is one of the most potent antioxidant carotenoids and may reduce prostate cancer risk.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 56 1,0080
Carbono C 40 12,0110

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×56
10,5%
C
Carbono ×40
89,5%

Usos

  • • Natural food colorant
  • • Dietary supplement
  • • Cosmetics ingredient

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ Cooking tomatoes actually increases lycopene bioavailability by breaking down cell walls

Estructura

SMILES

CC(=CCCC(=CC=CC(=CC=CC(=CC=CC=C(C)C=CC=C(C)C=CC=C(C)CCC=C(C)C)C)C)C)C

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
536,87 g/mol
Punto de fusión
172,0 °C
Solubilidad
insoluble

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
536,4382
XLogP
15,6
TPSA
0,0 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
0
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
0
Enlaces rotables
16
Átomos pesados
40
Complejidad
1050,0

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Acetaldehído

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Acetamida

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Acetato de butilo

C₆H₁₂O₂

Acetato de etilo

C₄H₈O₂

Acetato de vinilo

C₄H₆O₂

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Licopeno?
Licopeno (C₄₀H₅₆) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name Lycopene.
What is the molecular weight of Licopeno?
Licopeno has a molar mass of 536.87 g/mol.
What state is Licopeno at room temperature?
Licopeno is a solid at room temperature.
Is Licopeno organic or inorganic?
Licopeno is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Licopeno?
Licopeno (C₄₀H₅₆) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C).