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catabolite repression

Definition:
Process by which micro-organisms adapt quickly to a preferred rapidly-metabolizable intermediate through the inhibition or repression of genes related to catabolism of less preferred source(s).
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
Entry Terms:
  • carbon catabolite repression
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/313434
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