Source: wikibot/ionophore
= Ionophore
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An ionophore is a chemical compound that facilitates the transport of ions across a lipid membrane. This can occur by forming a complex with the ion, allowing it to dissolve in the membrane or by creating a channel that allows the ion to pass through. Ionophores are commonly used in biological and biochemical research to study ion transport and to manipulate the ionic composition of cells.