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Phosphorylation01:02

Phosphorylation

The addition or removal of phosphate groups from proteins is the most common chemical modification that regulates cellular processes. These modifications can affect the structure, activity, stability, and localization of proteins within cells as well as their interactions with other proteins.
During phosphorylation, protein kinases transfer the terminal phosphate group of ATP to specific amino acid side chains of substrate proteins. Serine, threonine, and tyrosine are the most commonly...
The Phosphorus Cycle01:21

The Phosphorus Cycle

Unlike carbon, water, and nitrogen, phosphorus is not present in the atmosphere as a gas. Instead, most phosphorus in the ecosystem exists as compounds, such as phosphate ions (PO43-), found in soil, water, sediment and rocks. Phosphorus is often a limiting nutrient (i.e., in short supply). Consequently, phosphorus is added to most agricultural fertilizers, which can cause environmental problems related to runoff in aquatic ecosystems.
Phosphodiester Linkages01:01

Phosphodiester Linkages

Overview
Phosphodiester bond forms when a phosphoric acid molecule (H3PO4) links with two hydroxyl groups (–OH) of two other molecules, forming two ester bonds. Two water molecules are released in this process. The phosphodiester bond is commonly found in nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) and plays a critical role in their structure and function.
Phosphodiester Bonds Link Nucleotides Together
DNA and RNA are polynucleotides or long chains of nucleotides that are linked together. A nucleotide is...
ATP Energy Storage and Release01:31

ATP Energy Storage and Release

ATP is a highly unstable molecule. Unless quickly used to perform work, ATP spontaneously dissociates into ADP and inorganic phosphate (Pi), and the free energy released during this process is lost as heat. The energy released by ATP hydrolysis is used to perform work inside the cell and depends on a strategy called energy coupling. Cells couple the exergonic reaction of ATP hydrolysis with endergonic reactions, allowing them to proceed.
One example of energy coupling using ATP involves a...
Phosphate Buffer01:22

Phosphate Buffer

The phosphate buffer system is a critical biological mechanism for maintaining pH stability in the body. This system operates primarily through two components: sodium dihydrogen phosphate (NaH2PO4), which acts as a weak acid, and sodium hydrogen phosphate (Na2HPO4), which serves as a weak base.
Sodium dihydrogen phosphate does not fully dissociate in neutral or acidic solutions. When a strong base, such as sodium hydroxide (NaOH), is introduced into the solution, sodium dihydrogen phosphate...
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Protein Kinases and Phosphatases

Proteins undergo chemical modifications that trigger changes in the charge, structure, and conformation of the proteins. Phosphorylation, acetylation, glycosylation, nitrosylation, ubiquitination, lipidation, methylation, and proteolysis are various protein modifications that regulate protein activity. Such modifications are usually enzyme-driven.
Protein kinases
Many proteins in the cell are regulated by phosphorylation, the addition of a phosphate group. A family of enzymes called kinases...

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Published on: June 2, 2022

New light on phosphate transfer from triesters.

Anthony J Kirby1, José R Mora, Faruk Nome

  • 1University Chemical Laboratory, Cambridge CB2 1EW, UK.

Biochimica Et Biophysica Acta
|May 12, 2012
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Summary

Triester reactivity is influenced by non-leaving groups, challenging previous models. Theoretical calculations suggest a two-step mechanism may be favored over concerted reactions for phosphate transfer.

Area of Science:

  • Biochemistry
  • Organic Chemistry
  • Chemical Kinetics

Background:

  • Phosphate transfer reactions are crucial in biological systems.
  • Reactivity studies traditionally focus on mono- and diesters.
  • Linear Free Energy Relationships (LFERs) are commonly used to analyze reactivity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the reactivity of triesters in phosphate transfer reactions.
  • To explore the influence of non-leaving (spectator) groups on triester reactivity.
  • To compare concerted and two-step mechanisms in triester reactions.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of Linear Free Energy Relationships (LFERs).
  • Investigation of nucleophile and leaving group effects.
  • Theoretical calculations to model reaction mechanisms.

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Main Results:

  • Triester reactivity depends significantly on non-leaving groups, not just leaving groups.
  • Theoretical calculations support a two-step mechanism over a concerted S(N)2(P) mechanism.
  • This mechanism preference holds even for good leaving groups like p-nitrophenolate.

Conclusions:

  • The role of non-leaving groups in triester reactivity needs further consideration.
  • Reaction mechanisms for phosphate transfer can be more complex than previously assumed.
  • Findings contribute to understanding the chemistry and mechanisms of phosphatases, diesterases, and triesterases.