Metionina

C₅H₁₁NO₂S

IUPAC: (2S)-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butanoic acid

CAS: 63-68-3

Descripción general

Methionine is an essential sulfur-containing amino acid that serves as the initiator of protein synthesis in all eukaryotic cells.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 11 1,0080
Carbono C 5 12,0110
Nitrógeno N 1 14,0070
Oxígeno O 2 15,9990
Azufre S 1 32,0600

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×11
7,4%
C
Carbono ×5
40,2%
N
Nitrógeno ×1
9,4%
O
Oxígeno ×2
21,4%
S
Azufre ×1
21,5%

Usos

  • • Animal feed additive
  • • Dietary supplement
  • • Pharmaceutical

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ Every protein made in your body starts with methionine as the first amino acid

Estructura

SMILES

CSCCC(C(=O)O)N

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
149,21 g/mol
Densidad
1,3400 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
281,0 °C
Solubilidad
56 g/L at 25°C

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
149,0510
XLogP
-1,9
TPSA
88,6 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
2
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
4
Enlaces rotables
4
Átomos pesados
9
Complejidad
97,0

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Acetaldehído

CH₃CHO

Acetamida

C₂H₅NO

Acetato de butilo

C₆H₁₂O₂

Acetato de etilo

C₄H₈O₂

Acetato de vinilo

C₄H₆O₂

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Metionina?
Metionina (C₅H₁₁NO₂S) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (2S)-2-Amino-4-(methylthio)butanoic acid.
What is the molecular weight of Metionina?
Metionina has a molar mass of 149.21 g/mol.
What state is Metionina at room temperature?
Metionina is a solid at room temperature.
Is Metionina organic or inorganic?
Metionina is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Metionina?
Metionina (C₅H₁₁NO₂S) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Nitrógeno (N), Oxígeno (O), Azufre (S).