The curves below could be used to describe the regulation of a number of enzymes we have discussed in this unit. Choose ONE enzyme for which these plots are relevant and: a) identify which enzyme you have chosen, and create a Good Title for this graph; b) label the x and y axes with the appropriate parameters; c) describe what the curves show with respect to the enzyme's activity and KM in the presence of: .ATP ADP d) explain why what the curves show makes sense for the energy-conscious organism. +ADP ATP

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