Lycopene

C₄₀H₅₆

IUPAC: Lycopene

CAS: 502-65-8

Genel Bakış

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

Bileşim

Element Sembol Atomlar Atom Kütlesi
Hydrogen H 56 1,0080
Carbon C 40 12,0110

Elementel Bileşim

H
10,5%
C
89,5%

Kullanımlar

  • Natural food colorant
  • Dietary supplement
  • Cosmetics ingredient

İlginç Gerçekler

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

Structure

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

Özellikler

Tür
organic
Hal
solid
Molar Kütle
536,87 g/mol
Erime Noktası
172,0 °C
Çözünürlük
insoluble

Molecular Descriptors

Exact Mass
536,4382
XLogP
15,6
TPSA
0,0 Ų
H-Bond Donors
0
H-Bond Acceptors
0
Rotatable Bonds
16
Heavy Atoms
40
Complexity
1050,0

Frequently Asked Questions

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