Question

The a key enzyme for the production of tetradecanoic acid has an allosteric binding site for tetradecanoic acid. The purpose of the binding site is most likely:
a. positive feedback
b. cooperative binding
c. feedback inhibition
d. zymogen activation

Answer 1

I'm thinking its between a. and c.
I am leaning towards c. as I would assume that because the tetradecanoic acid binds at the allosteric site of the enzyme that it would inhibit the enzyme from producing more tetradecanoic acid.The tetradecanoic acid should bind to the allosteric site and end up changing the shape of the active site on the enzyme therefore inhibiting binding of more substrate.

Answer 2

My current answer is c.
Any input is appreciated.

Answer 3

Kay, yes that's correct, would you like an explanation cause I can explain it pretty well >.<

Answer 4

It's alright either way. I appreciate that you checked my work though.

Answer 5

An alosteric site that binds final products of a pathway have a sole peurpose of providing a feedback inhibition mechanism for the pathway. Feedback inhibition mechanisms prevent concentrations of biochemicals from getting too low or too high. :)

Answer 6

That was more difficult to explain than was anticipated.. Lol

Answer 7

Thank you for taking the time to explain it. Your explanation makes sense. much thanks again for the help jade :).

Answer 8

might have more questions later :P

Answer 9

No problem :)