Abstract
Summary
1. The formic hydrogenlyase enzyme system (FHL) is activated by oleic acid, thus representing an enzymatic function for a fatty acid. 2. Other fatty acids are capable of stimulating FHL activity in bacterial cell suspensions under certain conditions, but oleate is the most effective of those tested. 3. Yeast and liver contain a substance or substances more active than oleic acid. 4. The activity of natural materials is increased by acid hydrolysis. S. Active dried cell preparations catalyzing the breakdown of formate to CO2 and H2 may be obtained by vacuum drying.
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