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Hawke

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on: Jun 10, 2013
A series of enzymes catalyze the reaction X → Y → Z → A. Product A binds to the enzyme that converts X to Y at a position remote from its active site. This binding decreases the activity of the enzyme.

What is substance X?
A) a coenzyme
B) an allosteric inhibitor
C) a substrate
D) an intermediate
E) the product


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Reply #1 on: Jun 10, 2013
Try C. I remember this question on my exam.


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Reply #2 on: Jul 10, 2013
Thanks, it was correct.


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