ketopantoic acid

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What does ketopantoic acid mean?

An oxidized form of pantoic acid, 4-hydroxy-3,3-dimethyl-2-oxobutanoic acid, that is an intermediate in the biosynthesis of pantothenic acid

Where does ketopantoic acid come from?

From keto- + pantoic acid.

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