Valine

C₅H₁₁NO₂

IUPAC: (2S)-2-Amino-3-methylbutanoic acid

CAS: 72-18-4

概要

Valine is a branched-chain essential amino acid named after the plant valerian. It is important for muscle metabolism and tissue repair.

組成

元素 記号 原子 原子質量
Hydrogen H 11 1.0080
Carbon C 5 12.0110
Nitrogen N 1 14.0070
Oxygen O 2 15.9990

元素組成

H
9.5%
C
51.3%
N
12.0%
O
27.3%

用途

  • Dietary supplement
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Feed additive
  • Cell culture media

豆知識

  • One of only three branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) along with leucine and isoleucine

Structure

SMILES

CC(C)C(C(=O)O)N

特性

タイプ
organic
状態
solid
モル質量
117.15 g/mol
密度
1.3160 g/cm³
融点
298.0 °C
溶解度
58.4 g/L at 25°C

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
117.0790
XLogP
-2.3
TPSA
63.3 Ų
H-Bond Donors
2
H-Bond Acceptors
3
Rotatable Bonds
2
Heavy Atoms
8
Complexity
90.0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Valine?
Valine (C₅H₁₁NO₂) is a organic compound with the IUPAC name (2S)-2-Amino-3-methylbutanoic acid.
What is the molecular weight of Valine?
Valine has a molar mass of 117.15 g/mol.
What state is Valine at room temperature?
Valine is a solid at room temperature.
Is Valine organic or inorganic?
Valine is classified as an organic compound.
What elements make up Valine?
Valine (C₅H₁₁NO₂) is composed of Hydrogen (H), Carbon (C), Nitrogen (N), Oxygen (O).