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CAS 1406-65-1

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Chlorophylls

Description:
Chlorophylls are a group of green pigments found in plants, algae, and cyanobacteria, essential for photosynthesis, the process by which these organisms convert light energy into chemical energy. The specific compound associated with the CAS number 1406-65-1 is chlorophyll a, which is the most common form of chlorophyll. It has a complex structure featuring a porphyrin ring with a central magnesium ion, contributing to its ability to absorb light, primarily in the blue and red wavelengths. Chlorophyll a is soluble in organic solvents but relatively insoluble in water, which influences its extraction and application in various fields. The pigment plays a crucial role in capturing light energy and transferring it to the photosynthetic machinery of the cell. Additionally, chlorophylls are known for their antioxidant properties and potential health benefits, leading to their use in dietary supplements and natural food coloring. Their stability can be affected by factors such as pH, temperature, and exposure to light, which are important considerations in both natural and industrial contexts.
Formula:C54H69MgN4O5R
InChI:InChI=1/C55H73N4O5.Mg/c1-13-39-35(8)42-28-44-37(10)41(24-25-48(60)64-27-26-34(7)23-17-22-33(6)21-16-20-32(5)19-15-18-31(3)4)52(58-44)50-51(55(62)63-12)54(61)49-38(11)45(59-53(49)50)30-47-40(14-2)36(9)43(57-47)29-46(39)56-42;/h13,26,28-33,37,41,51H,1,14-25,27H2,2-12H3,(H-,56,57,58,59,61);/q-1;+2/p-1/b34-26-;/t32-,33-,37+,41+,51-;/m1./s1
InChI key:KPJIJGZVAWIZMG-LEGXGVPYSA-P
SMILES:CCC\1=C(C\2=[NH+]/C1=C\C3=C(C4=C([C@@H](C(=C4[N-]3)C5=[NH+]C(=C([C@@H]5CCC(=O)OC/C=C(\C)/CCC[C@H](C)CCC[C@H](C)CCCC(C)C)C)/C=C\6/C(=C(/C(=C2)/[N-]6)C=C)C)C(=O)OC)O)C)C.[Mg+2]
Synonyms:
  • Chlorofolin
  • Chlorofresh
  • Chlorophyll (total-chlorophyll: ca. 0.5%)
  • Chlorophylls
  • Deodophyll
  • E 140
  • Kiriyasu Green CWS
  • Pigments, biological, chlorophylls
  • Chlorophyll
  • C.I. 1956
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