Metal Ions in Biological Systems

£420.00

Metal Ions in Biological Systems

Volume 40: The Lanthanides and Their Interrelations with Biosystems

Inorganic chemistry Biochemistry

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Collection: Metal Ions in Biological Systems

Language: English

Published by: CRC Press

Published on: 27th March 2003

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9781040218624


Introduction to Lanthanides

Many may know lanthanides under the homier name of rare earth elements, but that is less used scientifically because they are, in fact, not at all rare.

Focus of the Book

Highlighting fast-moving research on lanthanides and their interrelations with biosystems, this book emphasizes the recent impact of these metals in biochemical, biological, and medical research, including in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI).

Contents Overview

The first two chapters outline their abundance and distribution, chemical properties such as oxidation states and ionic radii, and their mobilization through microorganisms like bacteria and fungi.

Author and Resources

It is written by 38 internationally recognized experts and enriched with nearly 200 illustrations and 1900 references.

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