3-Methyl-1,4-pentadiene (CAS 1115-08-8)

3-Methyl-1,4-pentadiene (3MP) is an aliphatic hydrocarbon molecule. In organic synthesis, 3MP serves as a foundational material for the creation of a broad spectrum of compounds, including dyes and polymers. In the realm of materials science, it acts as a precursor for the synthesis of nanomaterials such as carbon nanotubes and graphene. Within biochemistry, 3MP is used as a base material for the creation of diverse biomolecules including proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates. The exact mechanism of action of 3MP remains largely a mystery. However, it is proposed that 3MP could function as a proton donor in certain biochemical reactions, and may contribute to the formation of carbon-carbon and carbon-hydrogen bonds. Additionally, 3MP might operate as a catalyst in specific biochemical reactions and could have a hand in the regulation of gene expression.

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