Life, Death and Nitric Oxide
Anthony R Butler author Rosslyn Nicholson author
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Royal Society of Chemistry
Published:7th Oct '03
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Designated 'Molecule of the Year' in 1992 in recognition of its many biological roles, nitric oxide has wide significance in the world around us and the story of nitric oxide is still unfolding. This small and seemingly innocent molecule has for many years been known to play a significant role in both the creation of photochemical smogs and in the nitrogen cycle. It has an interesting chemistry as a metal ligand, and the bonding within the nitric oxide molecule has been extensively studied. More recently, the molecule has been in the spotlight for the role it plays in controlling blood flow, in the immune system and in brain activity. Life, Death and Nitric Oxide covers many of the topics relating to nitric oxide, from smog and catalytic converters to tumour growth, blood flow and Viagra, with the aim of finding out why such a simple molecule can do so much.
A fascinating book that will delight both students and teachers of chemistry and biology * School Science Review, Issue No. 319 (Alex Chaplin) *
The writers have simplified some of the most complex biochemical reactions and activities in the human body * Chemistry & Industry, Issue 12, 20 June 2005 (Prabhu Kulkarni) *
I recommend this book very strongly to all, whether chemists or biologists, who need to know about the biology of nitric oxide...... of value not only to undergraduate strudents, and their teachers, but also to research workers. * Stuart Ferguson *
" ... readers will take away from this book a rich appreciation for the varied properties of this small diatomic molecule. " * Chemical and Engineering News, 22 March 2004, p 42 *
"... a good introduction to NO, one that can be read in a few hours, and used for quick reference later. " * The Alchemist Website, March 2004 *
ISBN: 9780854046867
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 629g
168 pages