taurine catabolic process
The chemical reactions and pathways resulting in the breakdown of taurine (2-aminoethanesulfonic acid), a sulphur-containing amino acid derivative important in the metabolism of fats.
GO:0019530
taurine metabolic process
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GO:0046306
alkanesulfonate catabolic process
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taurine breakdown
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taurine catabolism
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taurine degradation
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