| L-arabinonolactonase | |
| Ec Number: | 3.1.1.15 |
| Cas Number: | 9025-95-0 |
| Go Code: | 0050021 |
The enzyme L-arabinonolactonase (EC 3.1.1.15) catalyzes the reaction
L-arabinono-1,4-lactone + H2O
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This enzyme belongs to the family of hydrolases, specifically those acting on carboxylic ester bonds. The systematic name is L-arabinono-1,4-lactone lactonohydrolase. This enzyme participates in ascorbate and aldarate metabolism.