Cytochrome

usgb/ˈsaɪtəˌkroʊm/
noun

Cytochromes are proteins that contain heme groups and are involved in electron transport, especially within mitochondria.

Cytochromes play a critical role in the process of cellular respiration.
Visual representation of "cytochrome" - Cytochromes are proteins that contain heme groups and are involved in electron transport, especially within mitochondria.

Often appears as...

  • cytochrome c
  • cytochrome P450

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Neutral

electron transport chain, respiratory chain, heme protein

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Context

In biochemistry, 'cytochrome' specifically refers to proteins associated with cellular respiration.

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Cytochromes such as cytochrome c are vital components in energy production processes.
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Formality

The term is typically used in academic or technical contexts rather than informal conversations.

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Nuance

The understanding of cytochromes has implications in pharmacology and toxicology, especially regarding drug metabolism.

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Cytochrome P450 is important for understanding how drugs are processed in the liver.
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