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Biochemistry of Inorganic Bromide

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Biochemistry of the Elemental Halogens and Inorganic Halides

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Bromine is recognized as the most abundant and ubiquitous of trace elements. Despite this, essential roles in plants, microorganisms, or animals have been difficult to demonstrate (Nielsen, 1986). Early interest in the biochemistry of bromide (Br−) stemmed from the use of bromides as sedatives and anticonvulsants, a use introduced in 1857. Toxicity associated with Br− ingestion through use of over-the-counter bromine-containing drugs—a medical problem that, though rare, still persists—and the recognition of the presence of increased concentrations of Br− in food and water due to the use of brominated pesticides and postharvest fumigants are among factors that have caused interest in the biochemistry, pharmacology, and toxicology of Br− to be maintained.

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Kirk, K.L. (1991). Biochemistry of Inorganic Bromide. In: Biochemistry of the Elemental Halogens and Inorganic Halides. Biochemistry of the Elements, vol 9A+B. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-5817-6_4

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