metapyrocatechase

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What does metapyrocatechase mean?

Catechol 2,3-dioxygenase, an enzyme that catalyzes the chemical reaction catechol + O₂ ⇌ 2-hydroxymuconate semialdehyde.

Where does metapyrocatechase come from?

From meta- + pyrocatechase.

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