Chapter 6- Metabolism: Energy and Enzymes Flashcards
1
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What is noncompetitive inhibition?
A
When an inhibitor binds to an enzyme at a location that is not the active site.
2
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What is the allosteric site?
A
A site that is not an active site where noncompetitive inhibition occurs.
3
Q
What are reactions that are spontaneous and release energy called?
A
Exergonic
4
Q
What are reactions that require an input of energy to occur called?
A
Endergonic
5
Q
What are the three components of an ATP molecule?
A
Adenine, Ribose sugar, and 3 phosphate groups
