Identification of a hydratase and a class II aldolase involved in biodegradation of the organic solvent tetralin

Authors :: Hernaez, M.J.
Floriano, B.
Rios, J.J.
Santero, E.
Source :: Applied and Environmental Microbiology. Oct, 2002, Vol. 68 Issue 10, p4841, 6 p.
Publication Year :: 2002
Abstract: Research identifies two new genes encoding hydratase and aldolase that mediate biodegradation of tetralin by bacteria. Results demonstrate that these enzymes are similar to the enzymes involved in homoprotocatechuate degradation.

Subjects :: Microbial enzymes -- Research
Microbial metabolism -- Physiological aspects
Biodegradation -- Physiological aspects
Organic solvents -- Physiological aspects
Biological sciences

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