26. Amino Acids, Peptides, and Proteins
Proteins and Amino Acids
16PRACTICE PROBLEM
Dimethylallyl diphosphate isomerase binds to DMADP as a result of electrostatic interactions between the diphosphate of DMADP and the active site amino acid residues. Describe the properties of the active site that allow it to hold DMADP in place so that the enzymatic reactions can proceed.
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Dimethylallyl diphosphate isomerase binds to DMADP as a result of electrostatic interactions between the diphosphate of DMADP and the active site amino acid residues. Describe the properties of the active site that allow it to hold DMADP in place so that the enzymatic reactions can proceed.