beta-carotene 15,15'-dioxygenase activity [GO_0003834]

Catalysis of the reaction: all-trans-beta-carotene + O2 = 2 all-trans-retinal. Formerly EC:1.13.11.n2, EC:1.13.11.21 and then EC 1.14.99.36.

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Term Information

  • ID: GO_0003834
  • Name: beta-carotene 15,15’-dioxygenase activity
  • Definition: Catalysis of the reaction: all-trans-beta-carotene + O2 = 2 all-trans-retinal.
  • Synonyms:
  • Type:
  • Comment: Formerly EC:1.13.11.n2, EC:1.13.11.21 and then EC 1.14.99.36.

VFB Term Json

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