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Adenosine

IUPAC: (2R,3R,4S,5R)-2-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolane-3,4-diol

C10H13N5O4 Organic Compounds CAS 58-61-7
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Formula / NotationC10H13N5O4
CAS Number58-61-7
Molecular Weight267.24
Melting Point235.5 °C
SolubilityWater solubility increases by warming and lowering the pH
AppearanceSolid
Also Known As(2R,3R,4S,5R)-2-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolane-3,4-diol; 58-61-7; Adenocard; Adenoscan; Adenine riboside; Nucleocardyl; beta-D-Adenosine; Boniton; Sandesin; Myocol
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Adenosine?

Adenosine is a ribonucleoside composed of a molecule of adenine attached to a ribofuranose moiety via a betaN9-glycosidic bond. It has a role as an analgesic, a vasodilator agent, an anti-arrhythmia drug, a human metabolite and a fundamental metabolite. It is a purines D-ribonucleoside and a member of adenosines. It is functionally related to an adenine.

Formula & Notation

C10H13N5O4

IUPAC Name: (2R,3R,4S,5R)-2-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolane-3,4-diol

Other Names / Synonyms: (2R,3R,4S,5R)-2-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolane-3,4-diol; 58-61-7; Adenocard; Adenoscan; Adenine riboside; Nucleocardyl; beta-D-Adenosine; Boniton; Sandesin; Myocol

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Solid. Molecular formula: C10H13N5O4. Molecular weight: 267.24 g/mol. Melting point: 235.5 °C. Solubility: Water solubility increases by warming and lowering the pH. LogP: -1.1.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point235.5 °C
Molecular Weight267.24
SolubilityWater solubility increases by warming and lowering the pH
AppearanceSolid

Uses & Applications

Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.

Safety Information

Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.

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Key Facts

Term Adenosine
Formula C10H13N5O4
CAS Number 58-61-7
Molecular Weight 267.24
Category Organic Compounds
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Synonyms (2R,3R,4S,5R)-2-(6-aminopurin-9-yl)-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolane-3,4-diol; 58-61-7; Adenocard; Adenoscan; Adenine riboside; Nucleocardyl; beta-D-Adenosine; Boniton; Sandesin; Myocol

Frequently Asked Questions

Adenosine is a ribonucleoside composed of a molecule of adenine attached to a ribofuranose moiety via a betaN9-glycosidic bond. It has a role as an analgesic, a vasodilator agent, an anti-arrhythmia drug, a human metabolite and a fundamental metabolite. It is a purines D-ribonucleoside and a member of adenosines. It is functionally related to an adenine.

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