Abstract
Stereospecifically labeled mevalonic acid was incorporated into the carotenoids of Rhodotorula. The randomized results are discussed in relation to mechanisms proposed for the conversion of isopentenyl pyrophosphate to dimethylallyl pyrophosphate and the prenol transferase enzyme system to Rhondotorula rubra.
Publication types
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Research Support, U.S. Gov't, P.H.S.
MeSH terms
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Alkenes / metabolism
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Carotenoids / biosynthesis
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Hemiterpenes
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Isomerases / metabolism*
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Isomerism
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Mevalonic Acid / metabolism
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Mitosporic Fungi / metabolism*
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Organophosphorus Compounds / metabolism*
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Phosphoric Acids / metabolism
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Rhodotorula / metabolism*
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Transferases / metabolism
Substances
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Alkenes
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Hemiterpenes
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Organophosphorus Compounds
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Phosphoric Acids
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isopentenyl pyrophosphate
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Carotenoids
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Transferases
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Isomerases
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Mevalonic Acid