Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (R)-2-Amino-2-methylpent-4-enoic acid (CAS: 96886-56-5)?
Answer
(R)-2-Amino-2-methylpent-4-enoic acid is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 141.17 g/mol. It has a pKa of about 2.5. The compound has a moderate solubility in water and is soluble in common organic solvents. It is prone to hydrolysis and can undergo addition reactions with nucleophiles. This property makes it reactive in various chemical processes.
About
CAS No
96886-56-5
English Name
(R)-2-Amino-2-methylpent-4-enoic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H11NO2
Molecular Weight
129.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC(CC=C)(C(=O)O)N
InChIKey
QMBTZYHBJFPEJB-ZCFIWIBFSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-26 09:39
