Chapter 8, Problem 20P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

Whether $K_{\text{M}}$ measures the affinity of the enzyme complex or not is to be stated. The circumstances under which $K_{\text{M}}$ is approximately equal to $K_{\text{d}}$ is to be stated.

Concept introduction:

A constant which expresses the substrate’s concentration if the velocity of reaction equals to the half of the maximum velocity of the reaction is known as Michaelis-Menten constant. It is denoted by $K_{\text{M}}$.