EC number 1.16.8.1 | ExPASy NiceZyme view MetaCyc | |
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In enzymology, a cob(II)yrinic acid a,c-diamide reductase (EC 1.16.8.1) is an enzyme that catalyzes the chemical reaction
Contents
The 3 substrates of this enzyme are cob(I)yrinic acid a,c-diamide, FMN, and H+, whereas its two products are cob(II)yrinic acid a,c-diamide and FMNH2.
Classification
This enzyme belongs to the family of oxidoreductases, specifically those oxidizing metal ion with a flavin as acceptor.
Nomenclature
The systematic name of this enzyme class is cob(I)yrinic acid-a,c-diamide:FMN oxidoreductase. This enzyme is also called cob(II)yrinic acid-a,c-diamide:FMN oxidoreductase (incorrect).
Biological role
This enzyme participates in porphyrin and chlorophyll metabolism.
References
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