(a) The structure of a bacterial protein reported in 2001 showed that the active site contains a...

Question:

(a) The structure of a bacterial protein reported in 2001 showed that the active site contains a Zn4(Cys)9(His)2 cluster. To what family does this metalloprotein belong, and why is the binding site atypical?

(b) Cytochrome P-450 is a monooxygenase. Outline its function, paying attention to the structure of the active site. Construct a catalytic cycle that describes the monooxygenation of an organic substrate RH.

Fantastic news! We've Found the answer you've been seeking!

Step by Step Answer:

Related Book For  answer-question

Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

5th Edition

Authors: Catherine Housecroft

Question Posted: