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Guanosine

IUPAC: 2-amino-9-[(2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-1H-purin-6-one

C10H13N5O5 Organic Compounds CAS 118-00-3
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Formula / NotationC10H13N5O5
CAS Number118-00-3
Molecular Weight283.24
Melting Point239 dec °C
Solubility700 mg/L (at 18 °C)
AppearanceSolid
Also Known As2-amino-9-[(2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-1H-purin-6-one; 118-00-3; vernine; guanine riboside; 2-Amino-1,9-dihydro-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-6H-purin-6-one; Guanosin; Guanine-9-beta-D-ribofuranoside; 2(3H)-Imino-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purin-6(1H)-one; 9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-guanine; CHEBI:16750
CategoryOrganic Compounds

What is Guanosine?

Guanosine is a purine nucleoside in which guanine is attached to ribofuranose via a beta-N9-glycosidic bond. It has a role as a fundamental metabolite. It is a purines D-ribonucleoside and a member of guanosines. It is functionally related to a guanine.

Formula & Notation

C10H13N5O5

IUPAC Name: 2-amino-9-[(2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-1H-purin-6-one

Other Names / Synonyms: 2-amino-9-[(2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-1H-purin-6-one; 118-00-3; vernine; guanine riboside; 2-Amino-1,9-dihydro-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-6H-purin-6-one; Guanosin; Guanine-9-beta-D-ribofuranoside; 2(3H)-Imino-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purin-6(1H)-one; 9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-guanine; CHEBI:16750

Properties & Characteristics

Appearance: Solid. Molecular formula: C10H13N5O5. Molecular weight: 283.24 g/mol. Melting point: 239 dec °C. Solubility: 700 mg/L (at 18 °C). LogP: -1.9.

Physical Data

PropertyValue
Melting Point239 dec °C
Molecular Weight283.24
Solubility700 mg/L (at 18 °C)
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 Guanosine
Formula C10H13N5O5
CAS Number 118-00-3
Molecular Weight 283.24
Synonyms 2-amino-9-[(2R,3R,4S,5R)-3,4-dihydroxy-5-(hydroxymethyl)oxolan-2-yl]-1H-purin-6-one; 118-00-3; vernine; guanine riboside; 2-Amino-1,9-dihydro-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-6H-purin-6-one; Guanosin; Guanine-9-beta-D-ribofuranoside; 2(3H)-Imino-9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-9H-purin-6(1H)-one; 9-beta-D-ribofuranosyl-guanine; CHEBI:16750

Frequently Asked Questions

Guanosine is a purine nucleoside in which guanine is attached to ribofuranose via a beta-N9-glycosidic bond. It has a role as a fundamental metabolite. It is a purines D-ribonucleoside and a member of guanosines. It is functionally related to a guanine.

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