Definition
noun, plural: de novo pathways
(biochemistry) A biochemical pathway where a complex biomolecule is synthesized anew from simple precursor molecules.
Supplement
An example is the synthesis of complex biomolecules from simple units, e.g. of protein from amino acids.
This is in contrast to salvage pathway where simple molecules are being recycled after partial degradation.
Compare: salvage pathway
This tutorial looks at the adaptations of freshwater plants for them to thrive in still water habitats. Familiarize your..
Osmoregulation is the regulation of water concentrations in the bloodstream, effectively controlling the amount of water..
Human consciousness and behavior are an interesting topic since they are determined and controlled by the brain. Conscio..
According to Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection, preferable genes are favored by nature in the gene pool, and ..
A balanced diet is essential to a healthy organism. Insufficiency or too much of a particular element or compound, such ..
This tutorial is a continuation of the first lesson on chromosomal mutation. Here, find out the chromosomal aberrations ..