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X-ray absorption spectroscopy

Photosynthesis Research
DOI: 10.1007/s11120-009-9473-8
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This review gives a brief description of the theory and application of X-ray absorption spectroscopy, both X-ray absorption near-edge structure (XANES) and extended X-ray absorption fine structure (EXAFS), especially, pertaining to photosynthesis. The advantages and limitations of the methods are discussed. Recent advances in extended EXAFS and polarized EXAFS using oriented membranes and single crystals are explained. Developments in theory in understanding the XANES spectra are described. The application of X-ray absorption spectroscopy to the study of the Mn4Ca cluster in Photosystem II is presented. © The Author(s) 2009.

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Yano, J., & Yachandra, V. K. (2009, November). X-ray absorption spectroscopy. Photosynthesis Research. https://doi.org/10.1007/s11120-009-9473-8

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