Nicotina

C₁₀H₁₄N₂

IUPAC: (S)-3-(1-Methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine

CAS: 54-11-5

Descripción general

Nicotine is the primary addictive compound in tobacco, acting on nicotinic acetylcholine receptors in the brain. It was used as an insecticide before synthetic alternatives.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 14 1,0080
Carbono C 10 12,0110
Nitrógeno N 2 14,0070

Composición elemental

H
Hidrógeno ×14
8,7%
C
Carbono ×10
74,0%
N
Nitrógeno ×2
17,3%

Usos

  • • Historical insecticide
  • • Nicotine replacement therapy
  • • E-cigarette liquid
  • • Research tool

Datos curiosos

  • ✦ A drop of pure nicotine on the skin can be lethal, yet small doses in tobacco produce only mild stimulation

Seguridad

  • ⚠ Highly addictive
  • ⚠ Toxic in pure form (LD50 ~50 mg)
  • ⚠ Absorbed through skin

Estructura

SMILES

CN1CCCC1C2=CN=CC=C2

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
liquid
Masa molar
162,23 g/mol
Densidad
1,0100 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
-79,0 °C
Punto de ebullición
247,0 °C
Solubilidad
miscible

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
162,1157
XLogP
1,2
TPSA
16,1 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
0
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
2
Enlaces rotables
1
Átomos pesados
12
Complejidad
147,0

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Acetaldehído

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Acetamida

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Acetato de butilo

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Acetato de etilo

C₄H₈O₂

Acetato de vinilo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nicotina?
Nicotina (C₁₀H₁₄N₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (S)-3-(1-Methylpyrrolidin-2-yl)pyridine.
What is the molecular weight of Nicotina?
Nicotina has a molar mass of 162.23 g/mol.
What state is Nicotina at room temperature?
Nicotina is a liquid at room temperature.
Is Nicotina organic or inorganic?
Nicotina is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Nicotina?
Nicotina (C₁₀H₁₄N₂) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Nitrógeno (N).