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Simplest empirical formula for allicin?
C6H10OS2. Molecular and empirical are the same for Allicin.
What is allicin?
An allicin is an organic compound, Latin name diallyl thiosulfinate, obtained from garlic.
How many S atoms are present in 7.00 mg of allicin?
7,00 mg of allicin contain 0,519.10e20 sulfur atoms.
How many S atoms are present in 7.00mg of allicin?
Molecular formula is; C6H10OS2, so; ( I will use name as formula is long ) 7.00 milligrams allicin (1 gram allicin/1000 milligrams)(1 mole allicin/162.28 grams)(2 mole S/1 mole allicin)(6.022 X 10^23/1 mole sulfur) = 5.20 X 10^19 atoms of sulfur in 7.00 mg of anicin
Is allicin an organic compound?
Allicin is an organic compound that is formed when the inert Amino Acid Alliin in Garlic cloves comes into contact with the anzyme Allinase, found in small membrane protected chambers scattered around Garlic Cloves. Allicin is Garlic's natural defense mechanism.
What is an alliinase?
An alliinase is an enzyme which converts alliin into allicin.
How many molecules of allicin are in 2.60 mg of this substance?
To calculate the number of molecules of allicin in 2.60 mg, you first need to convert the mass to moles using the molar mass of allicin. Then, use Avogadro's number (6.022 x 10^23 molecules/mol) to convert moles to molecules.
Is Allicin water soluble?
Yes, I suppose so looking at the stable, quite ionic, polar (S-O) group in it:CH2=CHCH2-S+(-O-)-S-CH2CH=CH2
Is beneficial to swallow garlic cloves whole?
Yes & No : It is beneficial to swallow garlic cloves BUT not whole. You should mince the garlic first and let stand for 5 to 10 minutes - other sources suggest more - before you swallow it. The wait is to allow Allicin to form. Allicin is the powerful anti- bacterial and viral compound in garlic which only forms when garlic has been broken in some way or another. ( i.e chopping, or cutting etc) Avoid Chewing the Garlic b/c while that does trigger the forming of allicin your saliva contains the enzymes that reduces the potency of Allicin rendering all your work useless. Therefore, Mince or Chop, Let Stand a few Minutes, Swallow. . .
Is odorless garlic the same as regular garlic?
It has the same healthful properties of the allicin as regular garlic. This odorless variety is NOT to be used in cooking.
Are onions antibacterial?
Yes, onions have antibacterial properties due to compounds like allicin and quercetin, which can help fight against certain bacteria.
How does garlic effectively kill bacteria?
Garlic contains a compound called allicin, which has antimicrobial properties that can kill bacteria by disrupting their cell membranes and inhibiting their growth.
