Chapter 8, Problem 43P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

A double-reciprocal plot which corresponds to the velocity-versus-substrate curveneeds to be plotted.

Concept introduction:

The Michaelis-Menten equation relates the concentration of substrate with the velocity of the reaction. 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 $K_{\text{M}}$.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

A plausible explanation that corresponds to the kinetic results shown by Michaelis-Menten enzyme needs to be stated.

Concept introduction:

The Michaelis-Menten equation relates the concentration of substrate with the velocity of the reaction. 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 $K_{\text{M}}$ ..