Metal Ions in Biological Systems: Volume 15: Zinc and Its Role in Biology and Nutrition

ISBN-13: 9780824774622 / Angielski / Miękka / 1983 / 520 str.

Sigel; Sigel Sigel; Helmut Sigel

Opis

"Metal Ions in Biological Systems" is devoted to increasing our understanding of the relationship between the chemistry of metals and life processes. The volumes reflect the interdisciplinary nature of bioinorganic chemistry and coordinate the efforts of researchers in the fields of biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, coordination chemistry, environmental chemistry, biophysics, pharmacy, and medicine.

"Volume 43" focuses on the vibrant research area concerning the cycling of elements, metals, and non-metals in biology and geology; in 10 chapters this book offers an authoritative and timely account on this fascinating subject.

Spis treści

1. Categories of Zinc Metalloenzymes 2. Models for Zn(II) Binding Sites in Enzymes 3. An Insight on the Active Site of Zinc Enzymes through Metal Substitution 4. The Role of Zinc in DNA and RNA Polymerases 5. The Role of Zinc in Snake Toxins 6. Spectroscopic Properties of Metallothionein 7. Interaction of Zinc with Erythrocytes 8. Zinc Absorption and Excretion in Relation to Nutrition 9. Nutritional Influence of Zinc on the Activity of Enzymes and Hormones 10. Zinc Deficiency Syndrome during Parenteral Nutrition in Humans

O autorze

Sigel\, Helmut