Prolina

C₅H₉NO₂

IUPAC: (2S)-Pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid

CAS: 147-85-3

Descripción general

Proline is unique among the standard amino acids as it has a cyclic side chain bonded to both the nitrogen and alpha carbon. It is crucial for collagen structure.

Composición

Elemento Símbolo Átomos Masa atómica
Hidrógeno H 9 1,0080
Carbono C 5 12,0110
Nitrógeno N 1 14,0070
Oxígeno O 2 15,9990

Composición elemental

Usos

  • Pharmaceutical
  • Food flavor enhancer
  • Cell culture media

Datos curiosos

  • Makes up about 25% of the amino acids in collagen, enabling its triple helix structure

Estructura

SMILES

C1CC(NC1)C(=O)O

Propiedades

Tipo
organic
Estado
solid
Masa molar
115,13 g/mol
Densidad
1,3500 g/cm³
Punto de fusión
228,0 °C
Solubilidad
very soluble

Descriptores moleculares

Masa exacta
115,0633
XLogP
-2,5
TPSA
49,3 Ų
Donadores de enlace de hidrógeno
2
Aceptores de enlace de hidrógeno
3
Enlaces rotables
1
Átomos pesados
8
Complejidad
103,0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Prolina?
Prolina (C₅H₉NO₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (2S)-Pyrrolidine-2-carboxylic acid.
What is the molecular weight of Prolina?
Prolina has a molar mass of 115.13 g/mol.
What state is Prolina at room temperature?
Prolina is a solid at room temperature.
Is Prolina organic or inorganic?
Prolina is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Prolina?
Prolina (C₅H₉NO₂) is composed of Hidrógeno (H), Carbono (C), Nitrógeno (N), Oxígeno (O).