Fundamentals of Biochemistry: Life at the Molecular Level 5th Edition

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Chapter 11 - Enzymatic Catalysis - Exercises - Page 359: 11

Answer

Glu has a pk of ~ 4, in its ionized form it acts as a base catalyst. As the base catalyst are the one which use homogeneous bases. Lys has a pK ~9, in its protonized form acts as an acid catalyst. As it is catalysed by a acid.

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Glu has a pk of ~ 4, in its ionized form it acts as a base catalyst. As the base catalyst are the one which use homogeneous bases. Lys has a pK ~9, in its protonized form acts as an acid catalyst. As it is catalysed by a acid.
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