Biochemistry
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Author: Reginald H. Garrett, Charles M. Grisham
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Chapter 19, Problem 8P
Interpretation Introduction
To justify:
Reason for other analogs introduced to inhibit other, specific reactions of the cycle.
Introduction:
Malonate is a succinate analog; it can also be introduced as another analog. It can also act as an inhibitor of the enzyme fumarase.
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