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GO: Biological Process

apocarotenoid catabolic process

Term ID
GO:0043290
Synonyms
  • apo carotenoid catabolic process
  • apocarotenoid breakdown
  • apocarotenoid catabolism
  • apocarotenoid degradation
Definition
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of apocarotenoids, a class of compounds derived from the oxidative cleavage of carotenoids, many of which are biologically important e.g. retinal and abscisic acid. (2)
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