nifK (Nitrogenase molybdenum-iron protein beta chain)

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FAMILY

DESCRIPTION

Also known as NIFK_KLEPN, nifK. This molybdenum-iron protein is part of the nitrogenase complex that catalyzes the key enzymatic reactions in nitrogen fixation. Tetramer of two alpha and two beta chains. Forms complex with the iron protein (nitrogenase component 2).

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ENZYME CLASSIFICATION

nifK

Nitrogenase molybdenum-iron protein beta chain

MOLECULAR SYNOPSIS STRUCTURAL LIGANDABILITY

nifK

Molecular Synopsis