3-methylcatechol
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3-Methylcatechol is an organic compound with the formula A white solid, it is one of the isomers of methylbenzenediol. Being structurally related to lignans, it contributes to the aerosols generated by combustion of wood.
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3-Methylcatechol is an organic compound with the formula A white solid, it is one of the isomers of methylbenzenediol. Being structurally related to lignans, it contributes to the aerosols generated by combustion of wood.
== Metabolism == The enzyme 1,2-dihydroxy-6-methylcyclohexa-3,5-dienecarboxylate dehydrogenase uses 1,2-dihydroxy-6-methylcyclohexa-3,5-dienecarboxylate and NAD+ to produce 3-methylcatechol, NADH and CO2.
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