| Formula / Notation | C3H7NO3 |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 56-45-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 105.09 |
| Melting Point | 228 dec °C |
| Density | 1.6 g/cu cm @ 22 °C |
| Solubility | 425000 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] |
| Also Known As | (2S)-2-amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid; serine; 56-45-1; (S)-2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid; (S)-Serine; beta-Hydroxyalanine; L-(-)-Serine; L-ser; Serina; L-Serin |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is L-Serine?
L-serine is the L-enantiomer of serine. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, a serine, a serine family amino acid and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-serinium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-serinate. It is an enantiomer of a D-serine. It is a tautomer of a L-serine zwitterion.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: (2S)-2-amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid
Other Names / Synonyms: (2S)-2-amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid; serine; 56-45-1; (S)-2-Amino-3-hydroxypropanoic acid; (S)-Serine; beta-Hydroxyalanine; L-(-)-Serine; L-ser; Serina; L-Serin
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 228 dec °C |
| Density | 1.6 g/cu cm @ 22 °C |
| Molecular Weight | 105.09 |
| Solubility | 425000 mg/L (at 25 °C) |
| Appearance | Solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
L-serine is the L-enantiomer of serine. It has a role as a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite. It is a L-alpha-amino acid, a serine, a serine family amino acid and a proteinogenic amino acid. It is a conjugate base of a L-serinium. It is a conjugate acid of a L-serinate. It is an enantiomer of a D-serine. It is a tautomer of a L-serine zwitterion.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for L-Serine is: C3H7NO3