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CAS 997-20-6

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lys-lys-lys-lys

Description:
The chemical substance known as "lys-lys-lys-lys," with the CAS number 997-20-6, is a tetrapeptide composed of four lysine (Lys) amino acid residues linked together by peptide bonds. Lysine is a basic amino acid characterized by its positively charged side chain at physiological pH, which contributes to its role in protein structure and function. This tetrapeptide exhibits properties typical of polybasic amino acids, such as high solubility in water and a tendency to form strong interactions with negatively charged molecules, including nucleic acids and certain proteins. Due to the presence of multiple amino groups, lys-lys-lys-lys can participate in various biochemical processes, including enzyme catalysis and cellular signaling. Its structure may influence its biological activity, making it relevant in studies related to protein interactions, gene expression, and potential therapeutic applications. However, specific biological functions and applications would depend on the context of its use in research or medicine.
Formula:C24H50N8O5
InChI:InChI=1/C24H50N8O5/c25-13-5-1-9-17(29)21(33)30-18(10-2-6-14-26)22(34)31-19(11-3-7-15-27)23(35)32-20(24(36)37)12-4-8-16-28/h17-20H,1-16,25-29H2,(H,30,33)(H,31,34)(H,32,35)(H,36,37)
InChI key:RRBGTUQJDFBWNN-MUGJNUQGSA-N
SMILES:C(CCN)CC(C(=NC(CCCCN)C(=NC(CCCCN)C(=NC(CCCCN)C(=O)O)O)O)O)N
Synonyms:
  • Tetralysine
  • L-Lysine, N2-(N2-(N2-L-lysyl-L-lysyl)-L-lysyl)-
  • L-lysyl-L-lysyl-L-lysyl-L-lysine
  • Lysyllysyllysyllysine
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