Amino Acid Pathway and Secondary Metabolite Formation
The Amino Acid Pathway is a critical metabolic route that not only contributes to protein synthesis but also serves as a precursor for a wide variety of secondary metabolites. These…
Genetic Code: Definition, Structure, and Codes
The genetic code is a set of rules by which the information encoded in genetic material (DNA or RNA sequences) is translated into proteins by living cells. Specifically, the genetic…
Role of pepsin in protein digestion
Pepsin plays a crucial role in the digestion of proteins within the stomach. It is a digestive enzyme produced and secreted by chief cells in the gastric glands of the…
