Potassium ion channel cavity structure
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Potassium ion channel cavity structure
Potassium ion channel cavity structure. Molecular model showing the structure of a cavity formed by potassium ion channel proteins. Ion channels are membrane-spanning proteins that form a pathway for the movement of inorganic ions across cell membranes. Here, in a high potassium concentration, subunits have formed a square antiprism in a cavity near the intracellular entryway. This cavity can hold a potassium ion. This is the KcsA potassium ion (K+) channel from Streptomyces lividans bacteria. The model includes fragment antigen-binding (Fab) antibodies
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This print showcases the intricate structure of a potassium ion channel cavity. The molecular model reveals a pathway formed by membrane-spanning proteins that allow inorganic ions to traverse cell membranes. Against a black background, this illustration highlights the biological and structural aspects of this biochemical phenomenon. In high concentrations of potassium, subunits within the cavity have assembled into a square antiprism shape near the intracellular entryway. This unique formation has the capacity to hold a single potassium ion securely. The KcsA potassium ion (K+) channel depicted here originates from Streptomyces lividans bacteria. The complexity of this molecular model is further enhanced by fragment antigen-binding (Fab) antibodies incorporated into it. These antibodies play an essential role in immune response and are represented as part of this artwork. With its emphasis on biology, microbiology, cytology, and protein structure, this image offers valuable insights into cellular processes at a molecular level. It provides researchers with visual cues for studying transmembrane ion channels and their significance in cellular function. While not associated with any specific company or commercial use, Science Photo Library's expertise shines through in capturing the beauty and scientific relevance of such images. This print serves as both an educational tool for students and researchers alike while also showcasing the artistic side of biochemistry and proteomics.
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