Biocoordination Chemistry / Edition 1

by David E. Fenton

Overview

The role of transition metals in various biological systems is of great interest to chemists; the specific properties of these metals often define the biological function of the proteins and systems these metals are found in. This volume introduces readers to a number of topics, including the transport and storage of metals; their functions in dioxygen interactions, electron transfer, and enzyme activity; the therapeutic uses of coordination compounds; and the role that small-molecule models can play in advancing our knowledge of the structure and function of transition metals contained in metallobiosites.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780198557739
Publisher:	Oxford University Press
Publication date:	01/18/1996
Series:	Oxford Chemistry Primers , #25
Edition description:	1st ed
Pages:	104
Product dimensions:	9.70(w) x 7.48(h) x 0.25(d)

Table of Contents

1. "Life is inorganic too"2. Metal management3. Dioxygen management—storage and transport4. Electron transfer5. Dioxygen management—involvement in enzymes6. More metalloenzymes7. Therapeutic uses of cordination compoundsFurther readingIndex