Multiple choice

In yang cycle, which enzyme is responsible for conversion of S-adenosyl L-methionine to 1-amino cyclopropane carboxylate, that on simple oxidation, yields ethylene?

  1. ACC oxidase

  2. ACC synthase

  3. ACC N-malonyl transferase

  4. SAM synthetase
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B Correct answer
Explanation

1-Aminocyclopropane carboxylate (ACC) synthase converts S-adenosyl L-methionine to 1-amino cyclopropane carboxylate, which on oxidation, leads to production of ethylene.

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