5 Questions
Which enzyme catalyzes the formation of glutamate from a-ketoglutarate when ammonia concentration is high?
Glutamate dehydrogenase
In which organisms is the reductive amination pathway commonly catalyzed by glutamate dehydrogenase?
Bacteria
What is the main function of transaminases in the synthesis of amino acids?
Transfer of amino group to other carbon skeletons
Which system do many bacteria use to assimilate ammonia when its levels are low?
GS-GOGAT system
Why can ammonia be incorporated into organic material relatively easily and directly?
It is more reduced than other forms of inorganic nitrogen
Test your knowledge of metabolic pathways including amino acid synthesis and inorganic nitrogen assimilation. Learn about the processes involved in the biosynthesis of amino acids and the utilization of nitrogen sources by bacteria and archaea.
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