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GO: Biological Process

apocarotenoid biosynthetic process

Term ID
GO:0043289
Synonyms
  • apo carotenoid biosynthetic process
  • apocarotenoid anabolism
  • apocarotenoid biosynthesis
  • apocarotenoid formation
  • apocarotenoid synthesis
Definition
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of apocarotenoids by the oxidative cleavage of carotenoids. Many apocarotenoids are biologically important e.g. retinal and abscisic acid. 27485225
References
Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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