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trans-lycopene biosynthesis I

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Compounds (7)

CompoundDescription
diphosphoric acid
lycopeneA carotenoid and red pigment produced by tomatoes, other red fruits and vegetables, and photosynthetic algae. It is a key intermediate in the biosynthesis of other carotenoids, and has antioxidant, anti-carcinogenic, radioprotective, and anti-inflammatory properties.
zeta CaroteneA carotenoid produced in most carotenogenic organisms. It is one of several sequentially synthesized molecules that are precursors to BETA CAROTENE.
neurosporenetriterpenoid carotenoid; RN given refers to cpd without isomeric designation
geranylgeranyl pyrophosphateRN given refers to (E,E,E)-isomer
phytoflueneRN given refers to cpd without isomeric designation
phytoene, (15-cis)-isomer