The K_m and K_cat for Fumarase the Enzyme That Catalyzes

question 45

Essay

The k_m and k_cat for fumarase the enzyme that catalyzes the conversion of fumarate to malate are 5×10^-6M and 8×10² s-1respectively. What does the data tell you about the operation of this enzyme in the citric acid cycle?

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