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| Physical Characters and Index |
English name: L-Leucine
CAS no. : 61-90-5
Molecular formula: C6H13NO2
Molecular weight: 131.17
EINECS no. : 200-522-0 |
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| Use and description |
| Leucine is an essential amino acid that is used in the biosynthesis of proteins. Leucine is an α-amino acid, meaning it contains an α-amino group, an α-carboxylic acid group, and a side chain isobutyl group, making it a non-polar aliphatic amino acid. It is essential in humans, meaning the body cannot synthesize it: it must be obtained from the diet. Human dietary sources are foods that contain protein, such as meats, dairy products, soy products, and beans and other legumes |
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