Concept explainers
(a)
Interpretation:
Kcat and KM values should be determined.
Concept introduction:
The Michaelis-Menten kinetics is the best model for the enzyme kinetics. This model describes the enzymatic reactions by relating
(b)
Interpretation:
Step size for myosin V should be determined.
Concept introduction:
The Michaelis-Menten kinetics is the best model for the enzyme kinetics. This model describes the enzymatic reactions by relating rate of the reaction (v) to the substrate concentration, [S]. The Michaelis-Menten equation is shown below:
(c)
Interpretation:
The processive motion of the myosin V enzyme must be determined.
Concept introduction:
The Michaelis-Menten kinetics is the best model for the enzyme kinetics. This model describes the enzymatic reactions by relating rate of the reaction (v) to the substrate concentration, [S]. The Michaelis-Menten equation is shown below:
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