Dinoxanthin
Chemical compound
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Dinoxanthin is a type of xanthophyll found in dinoflagellates.[1][2] This compound is a potential antioxidant and may help to protect dinoflagellates against reactive oxygen species.[3]
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(3S,3'S,5R,5'R,6S)-3,5'-Dihydroxy-6',7'-didehydro-5,5',6,6'-tetrahydro-5,6-epoxy-β,β-caroten-3'-yl acetate | |
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| C42H58O5 | |
| Molar mass | 642.921 g·mol−1 |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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