Water in Biological and Chemical Processes (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781107037298)

Building up from microscopic basics to observed complex functions, this insightful monograph explains and describes how the unique molecular properties of water give rise to its structural and dynamical behaviour which in turn translates into its role in biological and chemical processes. The discussion of the biological functions of water details not only the stabilising effect of water in proteins and DNA, but also the direct role that water molecules themselves play in biochemical processes, such as enzyme kinetics, protein synthesis and drug-DNA interaction. The overview of the behaviour of water in chemical systems discusses hydrophilic, hydrophobic and amphiphilic effects, as well as the interactions of water with micelles, reverse micelles, microemulsions and carbon nanotubes. Supported by extensive experimental and computer simulation data, highlighting many of the recent advances in the study of water in complex systems, this is an ideal resource for anyone studying water at the molecular level.

Author: Biman Bagchi
ISBN-10: 1107037298
ISBN-13: 9781107037298
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 11/14/2013
Pages: 374
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.95lbs
Size: 9.80h x 7.10w x 0.90d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 09/01/2014 pg. 101