Physiological and biochemical studies of peroxidase and polyphenol oxidase in the tubers of Dioscorea esculenta L.
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Date
1991
Authors
Okpuzor, J.
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School of Postgraduate Studies of the University of Lagos, Akoka
Abstract
Peroxidase catalyses the oxidation of certain compounds by hydrogen peroxide. These compounds include phenols, aromatic primary, secondary and tertiary amines, leuco-dyes, certain heterocyclic compounds such as ascorbic acidand indole and inorganic ions particularly the iodide ion.
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A thesis submitted to the School of Postgraduate Studies University of Lagos for the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the department of Biological Sciences
Keywords
Peroxidases , Nomenclature , Hydrogen peroxide , Inorganic ions , Research Subject Categories::NATURAL SCIENCES::Biology
Citation
Okpuzor, J. (1991). Physiological and biochemical studies of peroxidase and polyphenol oxidase in the tubers of Dioscorea esculenta L. A thesis submitted to the School of Postgraduate Studies University of Lagos for the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in the department of Biological Sciences, 290p.