Term Name: | L-leucine catabolic process |
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Synonyms: | L-leucine breakdown, L-leucine catabolism, L-leucine degradation, leucine catabolic process |
Definition: | The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of L-leucine, 2-amino-4-methylpentanoic acid. |
Ontology: | GO: Biological Process [GO:0006552] QuickGO AmiGO |