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Structural highlights

Function

CEAN_ECOLX This colicin is a channel-forming colicin. This class of transmembrane toxins depolarize the cytoplasmic membrane, leading to dissipation of cellular energy. Colicins are polypeptide toxins produced by and active against E.coli and closely related bacteria.

Evolutionary Conservation

Check, as determined by ConSurfDB. You may read the explanation of the method and the full data available from ConSurf.

See Also

• Colicin 3D structures