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Taurine

Taurine, or 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid, is a non-proteinogenic naturally occurred amino sulfonic acid that is widely distributed in animal tissues. It is a major constituent of bile and can be found in the large intestine, and accounts for up to... Wikipedia
3D model (JSmol): Interactive image
Acidity (pKa): <0, 9.06
Appearance: colorless or white solid
Chemical formula: C2H7NO3S
Density: 1.734 g/cm3 (at −173.15 °C)
Melting point: 305.11 °C (581.20 °F; 578.26 K) Decomposes into simple molecules
Molar mass: 125.14 g/mol