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Laccase

Definition

noun

A copper-containing oxidoreductase enzyme that catalyzes the oxidation of phenols and other related substances.


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This enzyme is found in many plants, fungi and microorganisms. It catalyzes the oxidation of certain phenol derivatives to quinones. For instance, it catalyzes the oxidation of 4-benzenediol to 4-benzosemiquinone.

It is involved in lignin degradation, pigment biosynthesis and detoxification of lignin-derived products.


Molecular formula: C44H69N11O20

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