Chapter 21, Problem 21.60QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The role of allosteric enzymes in control of glycolysis has to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Glycolysis process is the process of catabolism that is used for the carbohydrates. It begins with the $\text{D-glucose}$ substrate. Glycolysis involves ten steps in the process that are catalyzed by the ten enzymes. Also, it involves the initial investment of the energy to produce the net gain of ATP molecules.

The allosteric enzymes have an effective binding site other than the active site that binds substrate. These effector binding sites bind a chemical signal that can alter the rate of reaction, it is known as allosteric inhibition. Effector binding can increase as well as decrease the rate of reaction.