What does scintillon mean?
Scintillon means The mechanism for particulate-based bioluminescence..
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Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
The mechanism for particulate-based bioluminescence..
There are two separately isolatable systems: the particulate (scintillon) system and the soluble system.
Schematic representation of scintillon structure and localization, along with the proposed mechanism for triggering the bioluminescent flash of Gonyaulax.
The proton influx from the acidic vacuole to the dense body of the scintillon thus triggers the flash.
LBP binds luciferin at pH 8.0 but not at pH 6.3 (10); upon acidification of the scintillon, the luciferin is therefore released for reaction with an activated LCF.
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Scintillon means The mechanism for particulate-based bioluminescence..
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There are two separately isolatable systems: the particulate (scintillon) system and the soluble system.
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