Concept Unique Identifier (CUI): C1159661

Semantic Type: Cell Function

GO Definition: The directed movement of transition metal ions into, out of or within a cell, or between cells, by means of some agent such as a transporter or pore. A transition metal is an element whose atom has an incomplete d-subshell of extranuclear electrons, or which gives rise to a cation or cations with an incomplete d-subshell. Transition metals often have more than one valency state. Biologically relevant transition metals include vanadium, manganese, iron, copper, cobalt, nickel, molybdenum and silver. [ISBN:0198506732]

Synonyms & Abbreviations: (see Synonym Details)

transition metal ion transport

transition metal transport

External Source Codes:  (none)

Other Properties:

Name	Value	Source
GO_NAMESPACE	biological_process	GO

Additional Concept Data:  (none)

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