Search Ontology:
GO: Biological Process

capsule polysaccharide biosynthetic process

Term ID
GO:0045227
Synonyms
  • capsular polysaccharide biosynthesis
  • capsular polysaccharide biosynthetic process
  • capsule polysaccharide anabolism
  • capsule polysaccharide biosynthesis
  • capsule polysaccharide formation
  • capsule polysaccharide synthesis
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Definition
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the formation of polysaccharides that make up the capsule, a protective structure surrounding some species of bacteria and fungi.
References
Ontology
GO: Biological Process    QuickGO    AmiGO
Relationships
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Phenotype
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