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Sodium-potassium pump molecule
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Sodium-potassium pump molecule
Sodium-potassium pump molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of Sodium-Potassium Adenosine Triphosphatase, or the sodium-potassium pump, embedded in a cell membrane. This molecule is an enzyme located in the plasma membrane of cells in all animals. It is responsible for maintaining the high concentration of potassium ions and low concentration of sodium ions within the cell by pumping these ions in opposite directions across the plasma membrane, against their concentration gradient. This process is a form of active transport
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Active Transport Atom Atoms Cell Membrane Concentration Enzyme Membrane Bound Molecules Proteins Proteomics Quaternary Structure Regulation Regulator Regulatory Sodium Pump Space Fill Space Filled Tertiary Structure Bio Chemistry Biochemical Molecular Model Molecular Structure Protein
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This print showcases a computer-generated model of the Sodium-potassium pump molecule, also known as Sodium-Potassium Adenosine Triphosphatase (ATPase). The intricate structure of this enzyme is beautifully depicted, embedded within a cell membrane against a striking black background. Found in the plasma membrane of cells across all animal species, this remarkable molecule plays a crucial role in maintaining the delicate balance of potassium and sodium ions within cells. Through active transport, it pumps these ions in opposite directions across the plasma membrane, defying their natural concentration gradient. The artwork highlights the significance of biochemistry and biology by illustrating how this single regulator protein regulates ion transfer. Its tertiary structure is meticulously represented using space fill models, emphasizing its molecular complexity. As an integral part of cellular function, this membrane-bound enzyme ensures proper regulation and homeostasis. With its detailed portrayal of atoms and molecules, this image delves into the realm of proteomics and quaternary structures. It offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate the intricacies involved in biochemical processes at a microscopic level. This awe-inspiring illustration from Science Photo Library serves as both an educational tool for those interested in biology and chemistry while also doubling as visually stunning artwork that celebrates the wonders found within our own bodies.
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