Methionine
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| Formula | C5H11NO2S |
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| Molar mass | 149. 21 g/mol |
| IUPAC ID | 2-amino-4-(methylthio)butanoic acid |
| Melting point | 281 °C |
| Soluble in | Water |
| Classification | Essential amino acid |
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| ID | 2145032 |
About Methionine
Methionine is an essential amino acid in humans. As the substrate for other amino acids such as cysteine and taurine, versatile compounds such as SAM-e, and the important antioxidant glutathione, methionine plays a critical role in the metabolism and health of many species, including humans.