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Oxytetracycline is a compound extensively studied in the field of biochemistry and molecular biology, particularly for its role in the inhibition of protein synthesis in bacteria. Researchers utilize oxytetracycline to understand the mechanisms by which certain molecules can interfere with ribosomal function. It serves as a tool to explore the interactions between small molecules and ribonucleic acids, providing insights into the structure and function of the ribosome. Additionally, oxytetracycline is used in agricultural research to study the impact of antibiotics on animal growth and on microbial populations in the environment. In the area of molecular genetics, it is employed as a selective agent in the cultivation of genetically modified organisms that contain tetracycline resistance genes, enabling the study of gene expression and regulation. Oxytetracycline′s ability to bind to various metal cations also makes it a subject of interest in environmental chemistry, where it is involved in studies of antibiotic residue detection and the effects of these residues on ecosystems.
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Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Oxytetracycline, 10 g | sc-205784 | 10 g | $46.00 | |||
Oxytetracycline, 50 g | sc-205784A | 50 g | $158.00 |