Chemical Aspects of Biosynthesis Paperback / softback
by John (Professor of Organic Chemistry, Professor of Organic Chemistry, University of Reading) Mann
Part of the Oxford Chemistry Primers series
Paperback / softback
Description
This concise text provides a straightforward introduction to the chemistry involved in the biosynthesis of natural products.
The first chapter explains the connections between primary and secondary metabolites, outlines the chemistry mediated by the major enzyme cofactors, and describes the methods for the elucidation of biosynthetic pathways.
The different classes of secondary metabolites are then discussed, with emphasis placed on the pharmacological and toxiocological significance of the various compounds.
The final chapter offers an insight into the ecological significance of a wide variety of natural products.
Suggestions for further reading are provided.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:100 pages, line drawings
- Publisher:Oxford University Press
- Publication Date:29/12/1994
- Category:
- ISBN:9780198556763
Information
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:100 pages, line drawings
- Publisher:Oxford University Press
- Publication Date:29/12/1994
- Category:
- ISBN:9780198556763
