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Comparison between α- And β-carbonic anhydrases: Can Zn(His)3(H2O) and Zn(His)(Cys)2(H2O) sites lead to equivalent enzymes?

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Abstract

Large models of α- and β-carbonic anhydrases were compared using DFT calculations. They indicate similar acidity of the coordinated water molecule and zinc affinity. This explains their similar mechanism of action, despite the wide difference in their first coordination sphere.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)2696-2698
Number of pages3
JournalDalton Transactions
Volume40
Issue number12
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 28 Mar 2011
Externally publishedYes

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