ackA
Function
Catalyzes the formation of acetyl phosphate from acetate and ATP. Can also catalyze the reverse reaction. During anaerobic growth of the organism, this enzyme is also involved in the synthesis of most of the ATP formed catabolically. The main pathway for acetate production during exponential phase (PubMed:16080684).
Pathway
Metabolic intermediate biosynthesis; acetyl-CoA biosynthesis; acetyl-CoA from acetate: step 1/2.
Sequence Similarities
Belongs to the acetokinase family.
Cellular localization
- Cytoplasm
Alternative names
ack, b2296, JW2293, ackA, Acetate kinase, Acetokinase