Term Name: | 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate biosynthetic process |
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Synonyms: | 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate anabolism, 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate biosynthesis, 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate formation, 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate synthesis |
Definition: | The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of 1-aminocyclopropane-1-carboxylate, a natural product found in plant tissues. It is a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of ethylene (ethene), a fruit-ripening hormone in plants. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0042218] QuickGO AmiGO |