Valinomycin Flashcards
1
Q
Describe the structure of valinomycin
A
Ring structure of L-valine, D-valine, lactic acid and hydroxyvaleric acid
2
Q
What is the role of valinomycin?
A
Binds K+ in the centre ring
3
Q
Describe the selectivity of valinomycin
A
Highly selective of K+ over Na+ because K+ has a lower free energy of dehydration than Na+