For Serine to Work Effectively as a Nucleophile in Covalent

question 70

Essay

For serine to work effectively as a nucleophile in covalent catalysis in chymotrypsin a nearby amino acid, histidine, must serve as general base catalyst. Briefly describe, in words, how these two amino acids work together.

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Definitions:

Cash

Money in the form of coins and banknotes, which is considered liquid assets that can be used to settle debts, purchase goods, or services immediately.

Leasing

The practice of renting out property, such as vehicles or real estate, under a contract where the lessee agrees to make regular payments for a set period.

Image

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Productivity

A measure of efficiency that calculates the amount of output produced per unit of input, often used to gauge the effectiveness of labor, machinery, and processes.