The K_M of Hexokinase for Glucose = 0

question 54

Multiple Choice

The K_M of hexokinase for glucose = 0.15 mM and for fructose, K_M = 1.5 mM. Which is the preferred substrate?

• A) Glucose.
• B) Fructose.
• C) Neither substrate is preferred over the other.
• D) You cannot tell from the data given.
• E) None of these answers is correct.

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