The Inorganic Chemistry of Biological Processes

by M . N . Hughes (Author)

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  Paperback
  1981

  $13.59

  A survey of the occurrence and role of metal ions in biological processes and how they may be studied experimentally. Provides a summary of relevant biology, and properties of transition metal complexes and the mechanisms of their reactions in solution. Discusses the role of platinum complexes in cancer chemotherapy. Features extensive rewriting in light of recent advances, and new material on transport and storage of iron, and on non-metals.