Search Ontology:
GO: Biological Process

siderophore biosynthetic process

Term ID
GO:0019290
Synonyms
  • siderochrome biosynthesis
  • siderochrome biosynthetic process
  • siderophore anabolism
  • siderophore biosynthesis
  • siderophore biosynthetic process, peptide formation
  • siderophore biosynthetic process, peptide modification
  • siderophore formation
  • siderophore synthesis
Definition
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of siderophores, low molecular weight Fe(III)-chelating substances made by aerobic or facultatively anaerobic bacteria, especially when growing under iron deficient conditions. The complexes of Fe(3+)-siderophores have very high stability constants and are taken up by specific transport systems by microorganisms; the subsequent release of iron requires enzymatic action. 20376388
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