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Empirical formula: C6H14N2O2
a: 7.492 Å
b: 13.320 Å
c: 5.879 Å
α (alpha): 90.00 °
β (beta): 97.79 °
γ (gamma): 90.00 °
Volume: 581.27 Å3
Space group: P21
Calculated density: 0.835 g/cm3
Z: 2
Formula weight: 146.189 g/mole
R(F): 0.0300
Common name: Lysine
CSD refcode: LYSCLH11
Short description: Lysine is one of the 8 essential amino acids and is involved with calcium absorption.
Keyword: calcium absorption
Keyword: calcium
Keyword: collagen
Citation of a publication: Reference: Acta Crystallogr., Sect B. 28 (1972) p3207 Authors: T.F. Koetzle, M.S. Lehmann, J.J. Verbist, W.C. Hamilton
IUPAC name: 2,6-Diamino-hexanoic acid
Layman's explanation: Lysine insures absorption of calcium, assists in formation of collagen, helps maintain the nitrogen balance in the body, and aids in the production of antibodies, hormones, and enzymes. Deficiency leads to tiredness, irritability, hair loss, anemia, and inability to concentrate. Lysine is an essential substance to humans and can be found in red meats and dairy products.
Lab name: Common molecules
Sample provider: Obtained courtesy of the Cambridge Structural Database
Status: Complete, visible to public
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