Art of cytochrome oxidase enzyme
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Art of cytochrome oxidase enzyme
Cytochrome oxidase enzyme. Illustration of a model of the enzyme cytochrome oxidase, important in respiration. Cytochromes are widely distributed respiratory catalysts concerned with the electron transport chain of living cells. They are proteins often regarded as enzymes. Here, a cytochrome oxidase molecule (green) is located on a membrane such as in mitochondria, chloroplasts and endo- plasmic reticulum. In the biochemical pathway of respiration, cytochrome oxidase has an iron- porphyrin group which uses atmospheric oxygen to convert iron Fe2+ to Fe3+. With this electron transfer, the energy carrier ATP is produced
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© FRANCIS LEROY, BIOCOSMOS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Compound Compounds Enzyme Enzymes Molecules Proteomics Respiration Protein
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This print showcases the intricate beauty of the cytochrome oxidase enzyme, a vital component in the process of respiration. The artwork depicts a model of this enzyme, highlighting its importance in the electron transport chain within living cells. Cytochromes, which are widely distributed respiratory catalysts, play a crucial role in facilitating this chain and are often considered as enzymes. The image portrays a cytochrome oxidase molecule in vibrant green coloration, situated on a membrane similar to those found in mitochondria, chloroplasts, and endoplasmic reticulum. In the biochemical pathway of respiration, cytochrome oxidase possesses an iron-porphyrin group that utilizes atmospheric oxygen to convert iron Fe2+ to Fe3+. This electron transfer is instrumental in producing ATP (adenosine triphosphate), an essential energy carrier within cells. Through this visually stunning representation, viewers can appreciate both the complexity and elegance of molecular biology. The artwork not only emphasizes the significance of cytochrome oxidase but also highlights its connection to various cellular processes such as metabolism and energy production. This print from Science Photo Library serves as a reminder of how art can be used to communicate scientific concepts effectively. It invites us into the fascinating world of proteomics and enzymology while showcasing nature's remarkable ability to create intricate compounds like cytochrome oxidase.
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