Adenine
Adenine is a purine nucleotide base that is involved in the synthesis of RNA and DNA. Adenine also plays roles in cellular respiration as a component of ATP, NAD, and FAD.
References PubMed ID：:http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18835944/
| Cas No. |
73-24-5 |
|---|---|
| Purity |
≥98% |
| Formula |
C5H5N5 |
| Formula Wt. |
135.13 |
| Chemical Name |
1H-Purin-6-amine |
| IUPAC Name |
7H-purin-6-amine |
| Synonym |
1,6-Dihydro-6-iminopurine; Leuco-4; Vitamin B4 |
| Melting Point |
360-365°C(dec.) |
| Solubility |
Slightly soluble in alcohol or water. Insoluble in ether or chloroform. |
| Appearance |
White to yellow powder |
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