Thermodynamics of Biochemical Reactions
by Robert A. Alberty

An innovative text with a focus on metabolism and enzyme-catalyzed reactions!

An excellent teaching text and resource with modern examples and references to the primary literature, Thermodynamics of Biochemical Reactions emphasizes the fundamental equations of thermodynamics and the application of these equations to systems of biochemical reactions. This emphasis leads to new thermodynamic potentials that provide criteria for spontaneous change and equilibrium under the conditions in a living cell.

The theme of the book is that Legendre transforms make the application of thermodynamics more convenient for the users.

Other chapters include:

• Chemical Equilibrium in One-Phase Systems
• Thermodynamics of Binding of Ligands by Proteins
• Redox Reactions
• Use of Semigrand Partition Functions

Practicing researchers in pharmaceutical and biotechnical corporations, as well as graduate and upper level undergraduate students in biophysical chemistry or biochemistry, will find Thermodynamics of Biochemical Reactions to be a peerless resource.

Contents

1. Introduction to Apparent Equilibrium Constants.
2. Structure of Thermodynamics.
3. Chemical Equilibrium in Aqueous Solutions.
4. Thermodynamics of Biochemical Reactions at Specified pH.
5. Matrices in Chemical and Biochemical Thermodynamics.
6. Systems of Biochemical Reactions.
7. Thermodynamics of Binding of the Ligands by Proteins.
8. Phase Equilibrium in Aqueous Systems.
9. Oxidation-Reduction Reactions.
10. Calorimetry of Biochemical Reactions.
11. Use of Semigrand Partition Functions

Glossary
Solutions to Problems
Index

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