'''Biosynthesis''' is a phenomenon where [[chemical compound]]s are produced from simpler [[reagent]]s. Biosynthesis, unlike [[chemical synthesis]], takes place within living [[organism]]s and is generally [[catalyst|catalysed]] by [[enzyme]]s. The process is vital part of [[metabolism]].
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'''Biosynthesis''' is a phenomenon where [[chemical compound]]s are produced from simpler reagents. Biosynthesis, unlike [[chemical synthesis]], takes place within living [[organism]]s and is generally [[catalyst|catalysed]] by [[enzyme]]s. The process is vital part of [[metabolism]].
The prerequisites for biosynthesis are:
The prerequisites for biosynthesis are:
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Often required components include:
Often required components include:
*Catalysts, usually [[enzyme]]s
*Catalysts, usually [[enzyme]]s
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*Reduction equivalents (in the form of [[NADH]], [[NADPH]] and others)
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*Reduction equivalents (in the form of NADH, NADPH and others)
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Important and commonly known products of biosynthesis include [[protein biosynthesis|proteins]], [[vitamin]]s, and [[antibiotics]], but all components of living beings are a result of this process. In the near future it may be possible, with the help of [[biotechnology]], to harness this process for the production of e.g. [[biodegradable]] [[plastic]]s.
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Important and commonly known products of biosynthesis include [[protein biosynthesis|proteins]], [[vitamin]]s, and [[antibiotics]], but all components of living beings are a result of this process.
Reduction equivalents (in the form of NADH, NADPH and others)
Important and commonly known products of biosynthesis include proteins, vitamins, and antibiotics, but all components of living beings are a result of this process.
