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. 1961 Sep 8;134(3480):671-2.
doi: 10.1126/science.134.3480.671.

Biosynthesis of Stigmasterol in Tomato Fruits

R D Bennett, E Heftmann, A E Purcell, J Bonner

Biosynthesis of Stigmasterol in Tomato Fruits

R D Bennett et al. Science. .

Abstract

The presence of stigmasterol in tomato fruits was demonstrated. Labeled mevalonic acid was incorporated into this sterol, while sodium acetate was not. The identity of the isolated product was established by rigorous purification to constant specific activity, melting point determinations, and infrared spectrum.

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