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GO: Biological Process

galactomannan biosynthetic process

Term ID
GO:0051070
Synonyms
  • galactomannan anabolism
  • galactomannan biosynthesis
  • galactomannan formation
  • galactomannan synthesis
Definition
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of galactomannan, a polysaccharide composed of D-galactosyl and D-mannosyl. The mannosyl units form the backbone structure (a linear main chain) with the D-galactosyl as single side units.
References
Ontology
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Relationships
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Phenotype
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