Diphtheria toxin structure
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Diphtheria toxin structure
Diphtheria toxin, molecular model. This model shows the toxin produced by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae, the cause of diphtheria. The less stable of the proteins two subunits (upper) binds to a growth factor (seen at top, blue) found on the surface of the host cells. The other subunit (lower) penetrates the cell, and the toxin interferes with metabolic reactions within the cell. Diphtheria causes a fever and breathing difficulties. In this model, solid colours represent the secondary structure of the protein (spiral ribbons are alpha helices; arrows are beta sheets), and the faded tubular structure behind represents the individual atoms and bonds
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Alpha Helix Bacteria Bacteriology Bacterium Beta Sheets Complex Compound Compounds Corynebacterium Diphtheriae Diphtheria Helices Molecules Proteins Secondary Structure Sheet Sub Unit Subunits Toxin Bio Chemistry Biochemical Micro Biology Microbiological Molecular Molecular Model Protein
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This print showcases the intricate structure of the Diphtheria toxin, a deadly compound produced by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae. The molecular model vividly depicts how this toxin wreaks havoc within our bodies, causing the debilitating disease known as diphtheria. The upper subunit of the protein, represented by solid colors and spiral ribbons, binds to a growth factor found on host cells' surfaces. Meanwhile, the lower subunit penetrates into these cells and disrupts vital metabolic reactions. As a result, individuals infected with diphtheria experience fever and breathing difficulties. In this detailed illustration, we can observe various elements that make up this complex biological weapon against us. The faded tubular structure behind represents individual atoms and bonds that form this toxic molecule. With its emphasis on biology, medicine, chemistry, and biochemistry fields combined with microbiology and bacteriology expertise; Science Photo Library has expertly captured both scientific accuracy and artistic beauty in this image. It serves as an invaluable resource for researchers studying diphtheria or anyone seeking to understand more about this dangerous disease at a molecular level.
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