EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
EBK ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
6th Edition
ISBN: 8220103151757
Author: LOUDON
Publisher: MAC HIGHER
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Chapter 25, Problem 25.15P
Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

A curved arrow mechanism for the biosynthesis of S-adenosylmethionine in which the amino acid methionine undergoes an enzyme-catalyzed reaction with ATP to give SAM and triphosphate, assuming it is an SN2  process is to be drawn.

Concept Introduction:

 SN2 reaction mechanism is a one step process. The nucleophile attacks the substrate from the backside, and the leaving group departs from the opposite side, simultaneously.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The role of Mg2+ ions in the catalytic process is to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

A species which stabilizes the products of a reaction is useful by neutralizing the charge.

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