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cadaverine: see decay of organic matter decay of organic matter or putrefaction, process whereby heterotrophic organisms, including some bacteria, fungi, saprophytic plants, and lower animals, utilize the remains of once-living tissue as a source of nutrition.
..... Click the link for more information. . cadaverine [kə′dav·ə‚rēn] (biochemistry) C5H14N2A nontoxic, organic base produced as a result of the decarboxylation of lysine by the action of putrefactive bacteria on flesh. Cadaverine α, є-pentamethy lenediamine, NH 2(CH 2)5 NH2. A colorless liquid with a boiling point of 178°-179°C. Cadave-rine is readily soluble in water and alcohol and yields crystallizing salts. It is contained in the products of protein decay (putrefaction) and is formed from lysine during its fermentative decarboxylation. Previously, cadaverine was thought of as one of the ptomaines, but the toxicity of cadaverine is relatively low. Cadaverine is found in plants and can be obtained synthetically from trimethylenecyanide. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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