phenylpyruvate

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noun
Definitions
  • (biochemistry) An intermediate in the biosynthesis of phenylalanine, formed by the decarboxylation of prephenate with loss of hydroxyl.

Etymology

Compound from English phenyl + English pyruvate.

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pyruvate

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