hematin

Meanings

• Noun

  A porphyrin, specifically the tetrameric form of heme, which plays a crucial role in oxygen transport in living organisms as part of hemoglobin and myoglobin.

  - "Hematin is a vital component of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen in our blood."
  - "The hematin molecule is responsible for the red color of blood."

---

Variants

List of all variants of hematin that leads to same result
hematin , hematins

---

Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Derived from the Greek word 'haima' meaning blood.

---

Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Hematin is the active component of hemochromogens, substances that turn brown when exposed to oxygen.

2. The iron atom in hematin can change its oxidation state, allowing it to bind to oxygen and release it as needed.

---

Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Hemoglobin: A protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues.

2. Myoglobin: A protein found in muscle tissue that stores oxygen for use during muscle contraction.

---

Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

In literature, hematin is often used as a poetic term to describe the redness of blood. In art, it is used to represent life and vitality.

How to Memorize "hematin"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a red, spherical molecule with a central iron atom surrounded by four porphyrin rings. This is the structure of hematin.

2. associate
   

   - Associate hematin with the color red and oxygen transport in the body.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Heme is my mate, transporting oxygen, that's great!' to remember the role of hematin in oxygen transport.

---

Memorize "hematin" using Dictozo

The best and recommended way to memorize hematin is, by using Dictozo. Just save the word in Dictozo extension and let the app handle the rest. It enhances the memorization process in two ways:

1. Highlighting:

   Whenever users encounters the saved word on a webpage, Dictozo highlights it, drawing the user's attention and reinforcing memorization.
2. Periodic Reminders:

   Dictozo will send you periodic reminders to remind you the saved word, it will ask you quiz. These reminders could be in the form of notifications or emails, prompting users to recall and reinforce their knowledge.