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Decarboxylation is a chemical reaction that removes a carboxyl group from a molecule. This process typically involves the release of carbon dioxide. The term "dekarboksüleeruda" appears to be a non-standard or possibly misspelled term, as standard chemical nomenclature uses "decarboxylation." However, if it refers to the process of decarboxylation, it is a fundamental reaction in organic chemistry and biochemistry.

Decarboxylation can occur through various mechanisms, often facilitated by heat, enzymes, or specific catalysts. In organic chemistry, it is frequently employed in synthesis to modify molecules by reducing their carbon chain length or altering their functional groups. For example, the Kolbe-Schmitt reaction involves the decarboxylation of sodium phenoxide.

In biological systems, decarboxylation is crucial for many metabolic pathways. Enzymes known as decarboxylases catalyze these reactions. Examples include the decarboxylation of amino acids to produce amines, which are important neurotransmitters like GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) formed from glutamate. Another significant biological decarboxylation is the production of ethanol from pyruvate in fermentation by yeast. The removal of the carboxyl group often leads to a more reactive intermediate or a product with different chemical properties.