Which amino acids do not participate in transamination reactions?
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The question is asking about specific amino acids that do not take part in transamination reactions, which are biochemical processes involving the transfer of amino groups. The user is looking for a precise understanding of the behavior of these amino acids in metabolic processes.
Answer
Lysine, threonine, proline, and hydroxyproline.
The amino acids that do not participate in transamination reactions are lysine, threonine, proline, and hydroxyproline.
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The amino acids that do not participate in transamination reactions are lysine, threonine, proline, and hydroxyproline.
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Transamination reactions involve the transfer of an amino group from an amino acid to an α-keto acid. The specific structure and chemical properties of lysine, threonine, proline, and hydroxyproline prevent them from participating in these reactions.
Sources
- Transamination–Aminotransfer Reactions - sciencedirect.com
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