OBO ID: GO:0019338
Term Name: pentachlorophenol catabolic process Search Ontology:
Synonyms:
  • pentachlorophenol breakdown
  • pentachlorophenol catabolism
  • pentachlorophenol degradation
Definition: The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of pentachlorophenol, a chlorinated insecticide and fungicide used primarily to protect timber from fungal rot and wood boring insects. Pentachlorophenol is significantly toxic to mammals, plants, and many microorganisms.
References:
  • MetaCyc:PCPDEG-PWY
Ontology: GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
PHENOTYPE No data available