Myosin structure, artwork
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Myosin structure, artwork
Myosin structure. Computer artwork showing the structure of myosin II, a molecular motor responsible for muscle contraction. Myosin is composed of two heavy chains and four light chains. The heavy chains make up the heads (red) and tail (yellow and grey). The light chains, two per head, bind at the neck (where the two heavy chains unwrap to form the heads). The functioning of myosin is dependent on the hydrolysis of ATP (adenosine triphosphate) to provide energy that is converted into mechanical movement. This hydrolysis is carried out by ATPase enxymes (round, yellow)
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Media ID 6328131
© FRANCIS LEROY, BIOCOSMOS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Label Labeled Labelled Labels Molecular Motor Motor Protein Muscle Contraction Tail Text Bio Chemistry Biochemical
EDITORS COMMENTS
This artwork showcases the intricate structure of myosin II, a vital molecular motor responsible for muscle contraction. The computer-generated image beautifully highlights the complexity and elegance of this essential protein. Composed of two heavy chains and four light chains, myosin exhibits a fascinating composition. The heads of myosin, depicted in striking red hues, are formed by the heavy chains while the tail is represented by a combination of yellow and grey shades. Two light chains bind at the neck region where the heavy chains unwrap to form these distinctive heads. This arrangement plays a crucial role in enabling myosin's functioning as it relies on ATP hydrolysis for energy conversion into mechanical movement. The round yellow structures within this artwork represent ATPase enzymes that facilitate the hydrolysis process necessary for myosin's operation. It is through this enzymatic activity that adenosine triphosphate (ATP) molecules are broken down to provide energy required for muscle contractions. Set against a black background, this illustration not only captures the scientific essence but also presents an artistic perspective on biochemistry and biology. With its detailed labels and meticulous depiction, this print from Science Photo Library serves as both an educational tool and an aesthetic masterpiece highlighting one of nature's remarkable marvels - myosin II as a powerful molecular motor driving muscle function.
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