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GO: Biological Process

formaldehyde metabolic process

Term ID
GO:0046292
Synonyms
  • formaldehyde metabolism
  • methanal metabolic process
  • methanal metabolism
Definition
The chemical reactions and pathways involving formaldehyde (methanal, H2C=O), a colorless liquid or gas with a pungent odor, commonly used as a fixative or an antibacterial agent.
References
Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
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Phenotype
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