Difference between revisions of "Morpholino ethanesulfonic acid"
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| − | * | + | * Richard C. Wolbers, Nanette T. Sterman, Chris Stavroudis, ''Notes for Workshop on New Methods in the Cleaning of Paintings'', J.Paul Getty Trust, Los Angeles, 1990 |
| − | * | + | * Website address 1 Comment: Wikipedia at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MES_(buffer) |
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Revision as of 06:32, 24 July 2013
Description
Odorless, white crystalline material. Morpholino ethanesulfonic acid, or MES, is used as a buffering agent commonly used in biology and biochemistry. The mid-range buffer is water soluble, is stable in most chemicals and enzymes, and does not complex with metal ions. MES has minimal absorption in the UV/Vis spectral range.
Synonyms and Related Terms
morpholino (ethane sulfonic acid); MES; 2-(N-morpholino) ethanesulfonic acid; 4-morpholineethansulfonic acid monohydrate;
Other Properties
Soluble in water. pKa = 6.15
| Composition | C6H13NO4S . H20 |
|---|---|
| CAS | 4432-31-9 |
| Melting Point | ~300 C |
| Molecular Weight | mol. wt. = 213.25 |
Hazards and Safety
Contact may cause irritation.
Mallinckrodt Baker: MSDS
Authority
- Richard C. Wolbers, Nanette T. Sterman, Chris Stavroudis, Notes for Workshop on New Methods in the Cleaning of Paintings, J.Paul Getty Trust, Los Angeles, 1990
- Website address 1 Comment: Wikipedia at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MES_(buffer)