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4. Glossary
biosynthesis; biosynthèse
All the biochemical pathways involved in the formation of organic molecules in living organisms. Enzyme catalysis plays a key role in biosynthesis.
primary metabolism; primary metabolism
A set of universal biochemical pathways essentially dedicated to energy production, anabolism and catabolism in a living cell. It is the metabolism that maintains cellular functions. The interconnected molecules are the primary metabolites.
specialized metabolism
All the small molecules (specialized metabolites, natural substances) produced in a specific way by certain living beings and by biosynthetic pathways that are also specific. These are, in particular, molecules that adapt to the environment (communication, defense, protection, etc.).
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The following scientific journals are references in the field of natural substances: Journal of Natural Products (published by the American Chemical Society) and Natural Product Reports (published by the Royal Society of Chemistry).
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