oxygen-evolving complex
[/ˈɒksɪdʒən ɪˈvɒlvɪŋ ˈkɒmpleks/]
nounpl: oxygen-evolving complexes
complexo evolutor de oxigênio
1. A protein complex in photosystem II that catalyzes the splitting of water molecules and releases oxygen during photosynthesis
The oxygen-evolving complex is essential for converting light energy into chemical energy in plants.
O complexo evolutor de oxigênio é essencial para converter energia luminosa em energia química nas plantas.
2. The catalytic site where water molecules are oxidized to produce molecular oxygen, protons, and electrons in photosynthetic organisms
Scientists are studying the oxygen-evolving complex to better understand photosynthetic mechanisms and develop artificial photosynthesis.
Cientistas estão estudando o complexo evolutor de oxigênio para compreender melhor os mecanismos fotossintéticos e desenvolver fotossíntese artificial.
This is highly specialized scientific terminology used primarily in biochemistry, molecular biology, and photosynthesis research communities in both Brazil and the USA. The acronym 'OEC' is widely recognized in international scientific literature. Recent interest in artificial photosynthesis and renewable energy has increased usage of this term in both countries' research institutions and educational settings.
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