What are Some Key Enzymes in Amino Acid Synthesis?
Several key enzymes are involved in amino acid synthesis:
1. Aminotransferases: These enzymes facilitate the transfer of amino groups from donor molecules to keto acids, forming new amino acids. 2. Glutamine Synthetase: Catalyzes the formation of glutamine from glutamate and ammonia, a critical step in nitrogen metabolism. 3. Aspartate Transcarbamoylase: Involved in the synthesis of aspartate-derived amino acids. 4. Phenylalanine Hydroxylase: Converts phenylalanine to tyrosine, an essential step in aromatic amino acid metabolism.
