Guanine CAS No.73-40-5
Pharmaceutical Materials 2025-03-20
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Guanine |
| CAS Number | 73-40-5 |
| Formula | C5H5N5O |
| Molecular Weight | 151.13 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to pale yellow crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | Above 300°C (literature value) |
| Boiling Point | 561.5°C (at 760 mmHg, may vary) |
| Density | Approximately 2.19-2.2 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water; soluble in ammonia solution, aqueous potassium hydroxide, and dilute acids; slightly soluble in alcohol and ether |
| Molecular Structure | Consists of a fused pyrimidine-imidazole ring system with conjugated double bonds |
| Functional Groups | Contains amino and hydroxyl groups |
| Role in Biology | Essential component of nucleic acids (DNA and RNA); forms base pairs with cytosine |
| Applications | Used in scientific research for studying nucleic acid structure and function; potential applications in biotechnology and pharmaceuticals |
| Safety Information | May cause skin and eye irritation; specific target organ toxicity after single exposure; handle with caution; avoid inhaling dust or fumes; store in a cool, dry place protected from light; consult Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for detailed safety information |
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