5-Aminouracil (CAS 932-52-5)
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5-Aminouracil is a chemical compound that functions as a mutagen in development settings. It exerts its mode of action by incorporating into DNA during replication, leading to base pair mismatches. This results in the induction of mutations, which may be useful for studying DNA replication and repair processes. 5-Aminouracil interferes with the fidelity of DNA synthesis, contributing to the generation of genetic variability in experimental systems. Its ability to induce mutations at specific sites in the genome allows for the investigation of DNA repair mechanisms and the identification of genes involved in maintaining genomic stability. By perturbing the normal DNA replication process, 5-Aminouracil serves as a chemical for understanding the molecular mechanisms underlying genetic diversity and the development of genetics.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
5-Aminouracil, 1 g | sc-254769A | 1 g | $13.00 | |||
5-Aminouracil, 5 g | sc-254769 | 5 g | $38.00 | |||
5-Aminouracil, 25 g | sc-254769B | 25 g | $102.00 | |||
5-Aminouracil, 100 g | sc-254769C | 100 g | $326.00 | |||
5-Aminouracil, 500 g | sc-254769D | 500 g | $1311.00 |