It is well-known that molecular oxygen inhibits nitrogenase. I
assume that this may have something to do with causing oxidation of
the metals (Mo and Fe) that are in the enzyme. A student asked if
the inhibition was reversible or irreversible. No source that I have
consulted answers this question, although one used the word
"denaturation" in reference to the oxygen effect on the protein.
Any thoughts?
Thanks
Carl
