Biological Inorganic Chemistry: A New Introduction to Molecular Structure and Function 2nd Edition

Biological Inorganic Chemistry, 2nd Edition

This textbook explores the roles of metals and selected nonmetals in living systems, connecting inorganic chemistry with molecular structure, biological function, and clinical applications. Robert R. Crichton explains metal coordination, transport, storage, and homeostasis, alongside the biochemical functions of essential elements in metabolism, cellular signaling, and enzymatic reactions. Clear explanations and colour illustrations help readers understand complex molecular mechanisms and the importance of metals in health, disease, and medicine.

Key Features:

• Introduces biological metals and selected nonmetals
• Explains coordination chemistry and biological metal-binding ligands
• Explores metal transport, storage, assimilation, and homeostasis
• Examines the roles of iron, copper, zinc, magnesium, and calcium
• Covers sodium and potassium channels and membrane pumps
• Explains metal-dependent enzymes and their catalytic mechanisms
• Discusses intermediary metabolism and cellular bioenergetics
• Explores metals in the brain, neurodegeneration, and medical treatments
• Examines biomineralization and the environmental effects of metals
• Uses colour illustrations and accessible explanations to clarify molecular processes