siderophore metabolic process
The chemical reactions and pathways involving siderophores, low molecular weight Fe(III)-chelating substances made by aerobic or facultatively anaerobic bacteria, especially when growing under iron deficient conditions. The complexes of Fe(3+)-siderophores have very high stability constants and are taken up by specific transport systems by microorganisms; the subsequent release of iron requires enzymatic action.
GO:0019748
secondary metabolic process
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siderochrome metabolic process
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siderochrome metabolism
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siderophore metabolism
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SPBC17G9.06c SPAC23G3.03 SPAC23E2.01 SPAC23G3.02c