Metabolite

Metabolite

1. A low-molecular-weight biological compound that is usually synthesised by an enzyme.

2. A compound that is essential for a metabolic process. A substance synthesised by the organism, or taken in from the environment. Autotrophic organisms take in inorganic metabolites, such as water, CO₂, nitrates and some trace elements.

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Category: Genetic engineering
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