BETA KETO ACYL SYNTHETASE Meaning and
Definition
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Beta Keto Acyl Synthetase refers to a class of enzymes that play a vital role in the process of fatty acid biosynthesis. These enzymes are responsible for catalyzing a key step in the formation of fatty acids known as beta-ketoacyl-CoA formation.
The term "beta keto" refers to the presence of a beta-carbonyl group (a functional group with both a carbon and an oxygen atom connected through a double bond), while "acyl" relates to a fatty acyl group (a hydrocarbon chain linked to a functional group). "Synthetase" indicates that these enzymes have a synthetizing function, i.e., they participate in the chemical reactions for the production of new molecules.
Beta Keto Acyl Synthetases are crucial in fatty acid biosynthesis because they facilitate the attachment of a fatty acid molecule to a coenzyme A (CoA) molecule, resulting in the formation of a beta-ketoacyl-CoA intermediate. This intermediate serves as a building block for the elongation of fatty acids and their subsequent incorporation into various cellular processes.
These enzymes are particularly prominent in microorganisms and plants but can also be found in animals. Beta Keto Acyl Synthetases are usually found within the cell membrane or as part of large multi-enzyme complexes known as fatty acid synthase systems. Through their involvement in fatty acid biosynthesis, these enzymes play a key role in providing the cells with essential components for energy production, membrane synthesis, and the production of signaling molecules.
Common Misspellings for BETA KETO ACYL SYNTHETASE
- veta keto acyl synthetase
- neta keto acyl synthetase
- heta keto acyl synthetase
- geta keto acyl synthetase
- bwta keto acyl synthetase
- bsta keto acyl synthetase
- bdta keto acyl synthetase
- brta keto acyl synthetase
- b4ta keto acyl synthetase
- b3ta keto acyl synthetase
- bera keto acyl synthetase
- befa keto acyl synthetase
- bega keto acyl synthetase
- beya keto acyl synthetase
- be6a keto acyl synthetase
- be5a keto acyl synthetase
- betz keto acyl synthetase
- bets keto acyl synthetase
- betw keto acyl synthetase
- betq keto acyl synthetase
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