Chapter 6, Problem 14P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The percent identity between triose phosphate enzyme of E.coli K-12 strain and triose phosphate of Homo sapiens.

Concept introduction:

The organisms that have a well-defined nucleus covered by a nuclear membrane are called eukaryotes. However, the organisms that do not have a nucleus covered by the nuclear membrane are called prokaryotes. E. coli is a prokaryotic organism while Homo sapiens are eukaryotic organisms.