If You Were an Enzyme and Needed to Perform the Energetically

question 40

Multiple Choice

If you were an enzyme and needed to perform the energetically unfavorable conversion of X to Y,you would

• A)couple it to a second reaction associated with a large decrease in free energy.
• B)couple it to a second reaction associated with a large increase in free energy.
• C)couple it to the formation of ATP from ADP and P_i.
• D)couple it to an endergonic reaction.

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Definitions:

Functional Fixity

Describes a cognitive bias that limits a person to using objects or ideas in only the way they are traditionally used, hindering creativity and problem-solving.

Maladaptive Schemas

Enduring patterns of thought and behavior that are dysfunctional and negatively impact one’s life.

Distorted Inferences

Incorrect conclusions or judgments that are based on biased or flawed reasoning or perception.

Irrational Thoughts

Thoughts that are not based on reason or logic, often leading to negative feelings and behaviors.