Siderophores
| Definition: |
Low-molecular-weight compounds produced by microorganisms that aid in the transport and sequestration of ferric iron. (The Encyclopedia of Molecular Biology, 1994) |
| Notes: |
an iron chelate produced by microorganisms |
| Previously Indexed: |
Catechols (1972-1975),Hydroxamic Acids (1972-1981),Iron Chelates (1981-1992),Peptides (1972-1978) |
Siderophores Definitions and Terms
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