Metal Ions in Biological Systems, Volume 43 - Biogeochemical Cycles of Elements (Metal Ions in Biological Systems)

Metal Ions in Biological Systems is devoted to increasing our understanding of the relationship between the chemistry of metals and life processes. The volumes reflect the interdisciplinary nature of bioinorganic chemistry and coordinate the efforts of researchers in the fields of biochemistry, inorganic chemistry, coordination chemistry, environmental chemistry, biophysics, pharmacy, and medicine. Volume 43 focuses on the vibrant research area concerning the cycling of elements, metals, and non-metals in biology and geology; in 10 chapters this book offers an authoritative and timely account on this fascinating subject. The biogeochemical cycles of the elements and the evolution of life Biogeochemistry of dihydrogen (H2) Dioxygen over geological time The nitrogen cycle : its biology The biological cycle of sulfur Biological cycling of phosphorus Iron, phytoplankton growth, and the carbon cycle The biogeochemistry of cadmium The biogeochemistry and fate of mercury in the environment Biogeochemistry and cycling of lead. The biogeochemical cycling of the basic elements for life including carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, and sulfur, has attracted the interest of many researchers over the past decades in view of its importance for the earth with a rapidly growing population, and in view of its impact on our environment and climate[1].