The key functional group in the PLP-dependent transamination of an α-amino acid is an activated

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The key functional group in the PLP-dependent transamination of an α-amino acid is an imine, which is formed by the Schiff base intermediate between the amino group of the amino acid and the coenzyme PLP. This imine is ultimately hydrolyzed to form the corresponding keto acid and the amine group is transferred to the α-ketoglutarate to form glutamate.

The Key Functional Group in the PLP-Dependent Transamination of an α-Amino