MeSH definition : An enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of prephenate to phenylpyruvate with the elimination
of water and carbon dioxide. In the enteric bacteria this enzyme also possesses chorismate
mutase activity, thereby catalyzing the first two steps in the biosynthesis of phenylalanine.
EC 4.2.1.51.;
An enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of prephenate to phenylpyruvate with the elimination
of water and carbon dioxide. In the enteric bacteria this enzyme also possesses chorismate
mutase activity, thereby catalyzing the first two steps in the biosynthesis of phenylalanine.
EC 4.2.1.51.