TABLE 8.
Effect of metals (chloride salts) on the kinetic and thermodynamic stabilities of B. licheniformis xylose isomerasea
| Metal | Half-life (min) | Ea of inactivation (kcal/mol) | Tm (°C) |
|---|---|---|---|
| None | 24 (40°C) | 92 | 50.3 |
| Mg2+ | 35 (56°C) | 144 | 53.3 |
| Co2+ | 18 (70.5°C) | 279 | 73.4 |
| Mn2+ | 50 (71.5°C) | 257 | 73.6 |
C. Vieille, K. L. Epting, R. M. Kelly, and J. G. Zeikus, submitted for publication.