Determination of the 'true' width of the actin filament

1983 ◽  
Vol 41 ◽  
pp. 534-535
Author(s):  
Walter E. Fowler ◽  
Ueli Aebi
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Actin Filament ◽  
Specimen Preparation ◽  
Molecular Models ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Preparation Methods ◽  
Average Width ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Lower Limits

Although the structure of the actin filament has been studied extensively both, by X-ray diffraction analysis and by electron microscopy and structure reconstruction, molecular models of actin have been obtained only recently. However none of the crystalline forms used in these latter studies are made directly from filaments. Since the resolution of current filament models is insufficient to allow unambiguous tracing of the actin subunits within them [e.g.2], the orientation of molecular models within such filament models is speculative. A primary constraint on the overall orientation of the elongated and polar actin subunit model within the actin filament is the 'true' width of the filament: reported values as obtained by electron microscopy range from 6 to 8nm for negatively stained specimens and to 9.5nm or more for rotary shadowed filaments [reviewed in 3]. Furthermore, X-ray solution scattering of actin filaments has revealed an average width of 7nm. Using a variety of different specimen preparation methods, we have endeavoured to set realistic upper and lower limits for this crucial parameter.

The 3-Dimensional Molecular Structure of the Actin Filament Revisited

1985 ◽  
Vol 43 ◽  
pp. 480-481
Author(s):  
U. Aebi ◽  
R. Millonig ◽  
H. Salvo
Keyword(s):  
Actin Filament ◽  
Supramolecular Assembly ◽  
Specimen Preparation ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Single Filament ◽  
X Ray ◽  
3 Dimensional ◽  
Filament Diameter ◽  
Preparation Conditions ◽  
Apparent Diameter

To date, most 3-D reconstructions of undecorated actin filaments have been obtained from actin filament paracrystal data (for refs, see 1,2). However, due to the fact that (a) the paracrystals may be several filament layers thick, and (b) adjacent filaments may sustantially interdigitate, these reconstructions may be subject to significant artifacts. None of these reconstructions has permitted unambiguous tracing or orientation of the actin subunits within the filament. Furthermore, measured values for the maximal filament diameter both determined by EM and by X-ray diffraction analysis, vary between 6 and 10 nm. Obviously, the apparent diameter of the actin filament revealed in the EM will critically depend on specimen preparation, since it is a rather flexible supramolecular assembly which can easily be bent or distorted. To resolve some of these ambiguities, we have explored specimen preparation conditions which may preserve single filaments sufficiently straight and helically ordered to be suitable for single filament 3-D reconstructions, possibly revealing molecular detail.

Laccase Biosensor Based on Ag-Doped TiO2 Nanoparticles on CuCNFs for the Determination of Hydroquinone

NANO ◽  
2016 ◽  
Vol 11 (12) ◽  
pp. 1650132 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jie Yang ◽  
Dawei Li ◽  
Zengyuan Pang ◽  
Qufu Wei
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Storage Stability ◽  
Electrochemical Impedance ◽  
The Novel ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
New Material ◽  
And Storage

A novel nanomaterial composed of copper and carbon nanofibers (CuCNFs) decorated with Ag-doped TiO2 (Ag–TiO[Formula: see text] nanoparticles was prepared through electrospinning, carbonization and solvothermal treatment. The composites were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The obtained composites were mixed with laccase and Nafion to construct novel hydroquinone biosensor. The electrochemical behavior of the novel biosensor was studied using cyclic voltammetry (CV) and chronoamperometry. The results demonstrated that the biosensor possessed a wide detection linear range (1.20–176.50[Formula: see text][Formula: see text]M), a good selectivity, repeatability, reproducibility and storage stability. This work provides a new material to design more efficient laccase (Lac) based biosensor for hydroquinone detection.

Study of an Energetic-oxidant Co-crystal: Preparation, Characterisation, and Crystallisation Mechanism

2017 ◽  
Vol 67 (5) ◽  
pp. 510 ◽  
Author(s):  
Han Gao ◽  
Wei Jiang ◽  
Jie Liu ◽  
Gazi Hao ◽  
Lei Xiao ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscopy ◽  
Differential Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
Diffraction Spectrum ◽  
Solvent Evaporation Method ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Scanning Calorimetry ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Scanning Electron

<p>An energetic co-crystal consisting of the most promising military explosive 2,4,6,8,10,12-hexanitro-2,4,6,8,10,12-hexaazaisowurtzitane (CL-20) and the most well-known oxidant applied in propellants ammonium perchlorate has been prepared with a simple solvent evaporation method. Scanning electron microscopy revealed that the morphology of co-crystal differs greatly from each component. The X-ray diffraction spectrum, FTIR, Raman spectra, and differential scanning calorimetry characterisation further prove the formation of the co-crystal. The result of determination of hygroscopic rate indicated the hygroscopicity was effectively reduced. At last, the crystallisation mechanism has been discussed.</p>

Corrosion Behaviour of AZ91DSm1.0 with Different Preparation Methods

2014 ◽  
Vol 1004-1005 ◽  
pp. 113-118
Author(s):  
Hong Xia Liu ◽  
Jin Liang ◽  
Jue Zhang ◽  
Xiao Lian Zhang
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Scanning Electron Microscopy ◽  
Corrosion Resistance ◽  
Corrosion Behaviour ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Vacuum Melting ◽  
Potentiodynamic Polarization Curve ◽  
Preparation Methods ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Scanning Electron

Corrosion behaviour of AZ91DSm1.0 with different preparation methods(vacuum melting and common melting) is investigated. X-ray diffraction(XRD), optical microscopy(OM), scanning electron microscopy(SEM), energy dispersive spectroscopy(EDS), corrosion weightless experiment and the potentiodynamic polarization curve are applied to characterize the corrosion behaviour. Results show that vacuum melting alloy possess higher corrosion resistance than common melting alloy. This is attributed to the rod-shaped Al3Sm which was formed in common melting alloy will have certain fragmentation effect on matrix that can lead to defects.

Estimation of Quartz in Small Biological Specimens with Transmission Electron Microscopy at 100 KV

1974 ◽  
Vol 32 ◽  
pp. 70-71
Author(s):  
Glenn R. Smith ◽  
Krishna Seshan ◽  
Jerome J. Wesolowski ◽  
Axel G. Berner
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Transmission Electron Microscopy ◽  
Mass Concentration ◽  
Oxygen Plasma ◽  
Human Lung ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Biopsy Specimens ◽  
Transmission Electron

Determination of the mass concentration of quartz in small biopsy specimens for clinical diagnostic purposes often cannot be performed by x-ray diffraction and light microscopy. A technique utilizing transmission electron microscopy (TEM) was used to determine the quartz concentration in a human lung specimen taken from a patient suspected of having silicosis.The sample was prepared for examination by low temperature incineration in an oxygen plasma. The inorganic residue was suspended in 0.5 percent Parlodion in amyl acetate. Grids were coated with the sample suspension and subsequently shadowed with a thin film of carbon. Standard quartz particles were prepared in a similar manner.

Zn-rich smectite from the Silver Coin Mine, Nevada, USA

Clay Minerals ◽  
2015 ◽  
Vol 50 (4) ◽  
pp. 417-430 ◽  
Author(s):  
S. Kaufhold ◽  
G. Färber ◽  
R. Dohrmann ◽  
K. Ufer ◽  
G. Grathoff
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscopy ◽  
Ir Spectroscopy ◽  
Fine Fraction ◽  
Structural Formula ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Geochemical Environment ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Silver Coin ◽  
Transmission Electron

AbstractMore than 100 minerals have been reported from the Silver Coin Mine, Nevada USA; five new minerals have been discovered here, due to the unusual geochemical environment. The present study reports on the investigation of a greenish clayey sample from the Silver Coin Mine. After the separation of a fine fraction to enrich the clay minerals, sauconite, a rare Zn-rich smectite, was found by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and was further characterized by differential thermal analysis (DTA), infrared (IR) spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy (SEM). The Zn-rich smectite is accompanied by illite, minor kaolinite/halloysite and traces of gibbsite (as was indicated by the IR spectroscopy). The occurrence indicates an acidic environment probably caused by oxidation of sulfides.The determination of the structural formula, to further characterize the Zn-rich smectite, was difficult because of the multi-clay mineral assembly. However, different SEM-EDX (energy dispersive X-ray) approaches as well as transmission electron microscopy (TEM)-EDX analysis helped to characterize the smectite as Al-rich sauconite with some exchangeable K+.

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