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Ligases

Enzymes that catalyze bond formation between carbon and other atoms.

EC class 6 enzymes (synthetases) that join molecules using ATP energy. Examples include acetyl-CoA carboxylase and DNA ligase.

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  • Advanced Nutrition and Human Metabolism, 8th ed. (Gropper)Glossary

    EC class 6 enzymes (synthetases) that join molecules using ATP energy. Examples include acetyl-CoA carboxylase and DNA ligase.

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Enzymes