9029-42-9

Basic information

• Product Name: NITRATE REDUCTASE
• Synonyms: NAD[P]H: NITRATE OXIDOREDUCTASE;EC 1.6.6.1;EC 1.6.6.2;EC: 1.6.6.2;EC 1.9.6.1;FERROCYTOCHROME: NITRATE OXIDOREDUCTASE;IUB: 1.9.6.1;nitrate reductase (cytochrome)*from escherichia C
• CAS NO: 9029-42-9
• Molecular Weight: 0
• Mol File: 9029-42-9.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Appearance: /lyophilized powder
• Storage Temp.: 2-8°C
• CAS DataBase Reference: NITRATE REDUCTASE(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: NITRATE REDUCTASE(9029-42-9)
• EPA Substance Registry System: NITRATE REDUCTASE(9029-42-9)

Safety Data

• Hazard Codes: Xi
• Statements: 36/37/38
• Safety Statements: 26-36
• WGK Germany: 3
• Hazardous Substances Data: 9029-42-9(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Description

Nitrate reductase is an enzyme that plays a crucial role in the process of denitrification, which is the reduction of nitrate (NO3-) to nitrite (NO2-) and eventually to nitrogen gas (N2). It is found in various organisms, including bacteria, fungi, and plants, and is involved in the nitrogen cycle, an essential process for the recycling of nitrogen in the environment.

Uses

Used in Environmental Applications:
Nitrate reductase is used as a bioindicator for monitoring nitric oxide activity in various environmental samples. By measuring the stable metabolites, nitrate and nitrite, upon reduction, it helps in assessing the levels of nitric oxide and its impact on the nitrogen cycle.
Used in Research Applications:
In scientific research, nitrate reductase is employed as a tool to study the mechanisms and regulation of denitrification. It aids in understanding the role of this enzyme in the nitrogen cycle and its potential applications in bioremediation and environmental management.
Used in Agricultural Applications:
Nitrate reductase plays a significant role in the nitrogen assimilation process in plants, where it helps convert nitrate into ammonium, which is then used for the synthesis of amino acids and other nitrogen-containing compounds. This enzyme is used in agricultural research to improve nitrogen use efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of nitrogen fertilizers.

Biochem/physiol Actions

Nitrate reductase is the first enzyme in nitrate assimilation pathway. During reduction of nitrate to nitrite, it uses pyridinenucleotides, flavin, or benzyl viologen as electron donors. It acts as central point for integration of metabolism by monitoring flux of reduced nitrogen in plants, algae and fungi. In plants, nitrate reductase is regulated by a number of factors, such as nitrate, metabolites, dropdown in temperature, phytohormones, drought and light.