Serotonin Molecule in 3D: C₁₀H₁₂N₂O Structure and Facts
Serotonin is a chemical messenger linked to mood, sleep and digestion. Most of the body's serotonin is actually made in the gut. In Molecule Studio you can spin the serotonin molecule, zoom in on each atom and measure its bonds.
Explore in 3DSerotonin quick facts
| Chemical formula | C₁₀H₁₂N₂O |
|---|---|
| Molar mass | 176.22 g/mol |
| Atoms in one molecule | 25 |
| Shape | Two fused rings with a side chain |
| Group | Body |
What is serotonin used for?
- Signalling in the brain and gut
- Linked to mood and sleep
- Target of some medicines
Interesting facts about serotonin
- Most of the body's serotonin is in the gut.
- The body makes it from the amino acid tryptophan.
- The body turns serotonin into melatonin, the sleep hormone.
- Its two fused rings form an indole group.
What you can do in 3D
Turn the molecule to see it from every side, switch between ball and stick, space filling and wire views, and tap atoms to measure bond lengths and angles.
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Serotonin questions
What is the formula of serotonin?
C10H12N2O.
What does serotonin do?
It helps carry signals linked to mood, sleep, appetite and digestion.
Where is serotonin made?
Mostly in the gut, and also in the brain.
What is serotonin made from?
The amino acid tryptophan.
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