Term Name: | respiratory chain complex IV |
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Synonyms: | cytochrome c oxidase complex, electron transport complex IV |
Definition: | A part of the respiratory chain, containing the 13 polypeptide subunits of cytochrome c oxidase, including cytochrome a and cytochrome a3. Catalyzes the oxidation of reduced cytochrome c by dioxygen (O2). |
Ontology: | GO: Cellular Component [GO:0045277] QuickGO AmiGO |