Mesh term Lyases
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Description
A class of enzymes that catalyze the cleavage of C-C, C-O, and C-N, and other bonds by other means than by hydrolysis or oxidation. (Enzyme Nomenclature, 1992) EC 4.Browse to child terms:
Carbon-Carbon Lyases
Carbon-Nitrogen Lyases
Carbon-Oxygen Lyases
Carbon-Sulfur Lyases
Ferrochelatase
Phosphorus-Oxygen Lyases
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