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Chapter 26.6, Problem 12P
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The structure of oxaloacetic acid is to be determined.

Concept introduction:

The transfer of an amino group from one compound to the other is called transamination.

This reaction is catalyzed by the enzyme transaminases or aminotransferases.

PLP is a coenzyme for this reaction.

Reaction of an amino acid with α-ketoglutaric acid produces α-keto acid and glutamic acid as the products.

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