Description
Ubiquinone-10 acts as an inhibitor of the mitochondrial permeability transition pore (MPTP). This inhibitory effect can be counteracted by ubiquinone-5.
Applications
An inhibitor of the mitochondrial permeability transition pore
Synonyms
Coenzyme Q2; 2,3-Dimethoxy-5-methyl-6-geranyl-1,4-benzoquinone
Molecular Formula
C19H26O4
Melting Point
158.22° C (Predicted)
Solubility
Soluble in acetone (50 mg/ml), and water (Partly miscible).
Boiling Point
465.78° C at 760 mmHg (Predicted)