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ChEBI

acetyl group

Term ID
CHEBI:40574
Synonyms
  • -C(O)CH3
  • 1-oxoethanido
  • Ac
  • acetal group
  • aceto-
  • acetyl
  • ACETYL GROUP
  • acetyl residue
  • CH3-CO-
  • ethanoyl
Definition
A group, formally derived from acetic acid by dehydroxylation, which is fundamental to the biochemistry of all forms of life. When bound to coenzyme A, it is central to the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats.
References
Ontology
ChEBI  ( EBI )
Relationships
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Phenotype
Phenotype resulting from acetyl group
Phenotype where environments contain acetyl group
Phenotype modified by environments containing acetyl group
Human Disease Model