For a [4Fe4S] protein, the following series of redox reactions are possible; each step is a 1-electron

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For a [4Fe–4S] protein, the following series of redox reactions are possible; each step is a 1-electron reduction or oxidation:

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(a) Which of these couples are accessible under physiological conditions? 

(b) Which couple represents the HIPIP system? 

(c) How do the redox potentials of the HIPIP and [4Fe–4S] ferredoxin system differ and how does this affect their roles in the mitochondrial electron-transfer chain?

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

5th Edition

Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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