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GO: Biological Process

methylmercury catabolic process

Term ID
GO:0042193
Synonyms
  • methylmercury breakdown
  • methylmercury catabolism
  • methylmercury degradation
Definition
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of methylmercury (MeHg+), a highly toxic organometal.
References
Ontology
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Phenotype
Phenotype caused by Genes
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