Chemical Name: | Glycine-2-13C |
CAS Number: | 20220-62-6 |
Product Number: | AG00C1Q0(AGN-PC-0QSQKO) |
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Glycine-2-13C is a specialized form of the amino acid glycine that contains a stable carbon isotope, carbon-13, at the second carbon position. This isotopically labeled form of glycine plays a crucial role in chemical synthesis, particularly in the field of organic chemistry. By utilizing Glycine-2-13C in various reactions and processes, chemists can track the movement and transformation of this specific carbon atom in molecules and compounds. This capability is invaluable in elucidating reaction mechanisms, studying metabolic pathways, and conducting pharmaceutical and biochemical research. Additionally, Glycine-2-13C can be used in isotope labeling studies to investigate protein structures, metabolic fluxes, and other biological processes, providing valuable insights into the behavior of complex systems at a molecular level.