Which Statement Is FALSE with Respect to Near-Equilibrium Metabolic Reactions

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which statement is FALSE with respect to near-equilibrium metabolic reactions?

• A) Near-equilibrium reactions have a free-energy change near zero.
• B) Near-equilibrium reactions operate nonenzymatically in vivo.
• C) Near-equilibrium reactions are dependent on the concentration of the products.
• D) Near-equilibrium reactions are not usually a control point in a metabolic pathway.
• E) All of the statements are false.

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