In Amphibolic Pathways, Enzymes Do NOT

question 57

Multiple Choice

In amphibolic pathways, enzymes do NOT

• A) function only in the biosynthetic direction.
• B) function only in the catabolic direction.
• C) function in both directions.
• D) carry out reactions that are otherwise thermodynamically impossible.
• E) have activity dependent on concentrations of reactants and products.

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Definitions:

Producer Surplus

The difference between the amount producers are willing to accept for a good or service versus what they actually receive.

P = MC

An economic principle stating that the optimal level of output occurs when the price (P) equals marginal cost (MC), guiding firms in perfect competition on production decisions.

Perfect Competition

A market structure characterized by a large number of small firms, homogenous products, free entry and exit, and perfect information, leading to firms being price takers.

Marginal Cost

The expense incurred from manufacturing an additional unit of a product.