Pyruvate decarboxylase (PDC, EC 4.1. 1.1) is the enzyme responsible for the non-oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate to acetaldehyde and carbon dioxide. How is pyruvate decarboxylase regulated? Pyruvate decarboxylation is an irreversible process that commits the pyruvate derivative to the citric acid cycle. The enzyme that catalyzes this process, called theRead More →
As a result of acquiescence, the person whose rights are infringed may lose the ability to make a legal claim against the infringer, or may be unable to obtain an injunction against continued infringement. How is the right of pre-emption exercised? To be valid, the pre-emption agreement has to beRead More →
Unlike nonessential amino acids, essential amino acids can’t be made by your body and must be obtained through your diet. The best sources of essential amino acids are animal proteins like meat, eggs and poultry. … These are considered to be essential only under specific circumstances such as illness orRead More →
Diffraction of light occurs when a light wave passes by a corner or through an opening or slit that is physically the approximate size of, or even smaller than that light’s wavelength. … The parallel lines are actually diffraction patterns. What causes diffraction? Diffraction is caused by one wave ofRead More →
Why is capital important for economic growth? In order to create capital you need labor to produce it. Capital is used to generate wealth through investments. What is gained with capital deepening within an economy? Labor productivity growth comes from increases in the amount of capital available to each workerRead More →
Ocotea essential oil was used historically in traditional rituals to cleanse the body and spirit. Also known as false cinnamon, it has a warm, spicy aroma that is considered cleansing and so… What blends well with ocotea? ocotea blends well with… LAVENDER. ORANGE. FRANKINCENSE. CLOVE. GINGER. THYME. What are theRead More →
Ornithine is a free amino acid that is not encoded by DNA but synthesized through the urea cycle from arginine. Is ornithine a small amino acid? 2.2 Ornithine-derived alkaloids Ornithine itself is a non-protein amino acid formed mainly from L-glumate in plants, and synthesized from the urea cycle in animalsRead More →
Ornithine is a free amino acid that is not encoded by DNA but synthesized through the urea cycle from arginine. Is ornithine a small amino acid? 2.2 Ornithine-derived alkaloids Ornithine itself is a non-protein amino acid formed mainly from L-glumate in plants, and synthesized from the urea cycle in animalsRead More →
Chromium is an essential trace mineral that can improve insulin sensitivity and enhance protein, carbohydrate, and lipid metabolism. Is chromium an essential metal? It has been recognized that chromium is an essential trace element associated with carbohydrate metabolism, and chromium deficiency causes an impaired glucose tolerance. Recently, however, Vincent etRead More →
“Diffused oils are very dangerous, as the oils are inhaled,” Bailey said. “Not only are these oil droplets dangerous themselves, but the inhalation of these oils can cause a foreign body pneumonia in cats.” Symptoms of respiratory irritation include a watery nose and eyes, drooling, vomiting, and difficulty breathing. WhatRead More →