Answer to Question #249444 in Biochemistry for Ray

Question

 List and discuss, in your own words, the four key parameters of the Michaelis–Menten Equation. Your response must clearly outline the definition of each of the parameters,and its application to enzyme activity/substrate interaction affinity/catalytic efficiency.

Answer 1

Michaelis - Menten Equation is written as;

$v=\frac{d[P]}{dt}=V_{max} \frac{[S]}{K_M+[S]}$

v is the reaction rate and shows how fast the reaction is taking place.

S is the concentration of a substrate e.g glucose.

$V_{max}$ is the highest rate achieved during the reaction.

$K_M$ is the Michaelis Constant.