For the mutation of the enzyme, describe the effect it will have on carbohydrate metabolism. Also, make sure to think about the effect it has on muscles versus the liver: Mutation that converted the active site cysteine in glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate dehydrogenase to a serine

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For the mutation of the enzyme, describe the effect it will have on carbohydrate metabolism. Also, make sure to think about the effect it has on muscles versus the liver:

  • Mutation that converted the active site cysteine in glyceraldehyde 3-phosphate dehydrogenase to a serine
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