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Thermo Scientific Chemicals D-Alanine, 99%
Description
D-Alanine is essential for the biosynthesis of peptidoglycan crosslinking sub-units that are used for bacterial cell walls.
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D-Alanine is essential for the biosynthesis of peptidoglycan crosslinking sub-units that are used for bacterial cell walls.
Solubility
Soluble in water (155 mg/ml at 20°C), ethanol (slightly), and pyridine (slightly). Insoluble in ether, and acetone.
Notes
Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | ∼295°C (decomposition) |
| Beilstein | 1720249 |
| Merck Index | 14,204 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water (155mg/ml at 20°C),ethanol (slightly),and pyridine (slightly). Insoluble in ether,and acetone. |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| Formula Weight | 89.09 |
| Optical Rotation | −14° (c=5 in 5N HCl) |
| Percent Purity | 99% |
| Chemical Name or Material | D-Alanine |
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