Biochemistry
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Author: Reginald H. Garrett, Charles M. Grisham
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Chapter 19, Problem 23P
Interpretation Introduction
To examine:
The structure of isocitrate dehydrogenase and involvement of its residue in catalysis.
Introduction:
Oxidative decarboxylation of isocitrate is catalyzed by isocitrate dehydrogenase which produces a-ketoglutarate and CO2.
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