In this timely monograph, the author summarizes the rapidly growing body of knowledge regarding nickel by providing a balanced discussion of its harmful and beneficial effects. Coverage includes a history of nickel; the chemistry of nickel, descriptions of the four known enzymes which contain nickel; and nickel metabolism in microbes, plants, and animals. Taken as a whole, Dr. Hausinger's work will highlight key features of this important element and help define future research.
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978-1-4757-9435-9 (9781475794359)
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10.1007/978-1-4757-9435-9
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1. Introduction.- 2. Chemistry of Nickel.- 3. Urease.- 4. Hydrogenase.- 5. Carbon Monoxide Dehydrogenase.- 6. Methyl Coenzyme M Reductase.- 7. Microbial Nickel Metabolism.- 8. Plant Nickel Metabolism.- 9. Animal Nickel Metabolism.
