Characteristics of Piperine
Piperine is a member of the Lipids family. Lipids are a group defined as consisting of fats or fat like substances. However, Piperine is also characterized as a member of the alkaloids. Alkaloids are similar in the fact that they are all nitrogenous.
Formula: C17H19NO3
Molar Mass: 285.34 grams
Density: .0861 grams
Melting Point: 128*C - 132*C
Purity in Nature: 98% in piper nigrum. Can only be attained in 100% purity through processing in the laboratory.
Structure
Percent Composition by mass:
C= 71% O= 17% H=6% N=5%
Type of Bonding: Piperine has predominantly covalent bonds. However, with its large amount of hydrogen atoms it has been hydrogen bonds as well.
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