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The Michaelis-Menten equation is only valid when the substrate concentration is much greater than the Michaelis constant (KM).

False (B)

Knowing the Michaelis constant (KM) allows for the adjustment of ______ and ______ in an enzyme assay.

substrate concentration, enzyme concentration

What is the equation used to calculate the initial velocity (V0) of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction according to the Michaelis-Menten model?

V0 = (Vmax * [S]) / (KM + [S])

Which of the following conditions would lead to a reaction that is first order with respect to substrate concentration?

<p>[S] &lt;&lt; KM (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:

<p>Vmax = The maximum velocity of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction KM = The substrate concentration at which the initial velocity is half of Vmax [S] = The substrate concentration [E] = The enzyme concentration</p> Signup and view all the answers

If the substrate concentration is much less than the Michaelis constant ([S] << KM), what does the Michaelis-Menten equation simplify to?

<p>V0 = k′[S]</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Michaelis constant (KM) is a ______ that reflects the affinity of an enzyme for its substrate.

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Which of the following is NOT a consideration for setting up an enzyme assay?

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Which of the following statements accurately describes the steady-state condition in enzyme kinetics?

<p>The concentration of the enzyme-substrate complex (ES) remains constant over time. (B), The rate of ES formation is equal to the rate of ES breakdown. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The rate constant k-2 represents the breakdown of the ES complex to form products (E + P).

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What is the significance of the Michaelis constant (KM) in enzyme kinetics?

<p>KM represents the substrate concentration at which the reaction rate is half of the maximum velocity (Vmax).</p> Signup and view all the answers

The breakdown of the ES complex to form product is the ______ step of the reaction.

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Which of the following factors can influence the value of KM?

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A small KM value indicates that the enzyme has a low affinity for its substrate.

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What is the relationship between Vmax and the enzyme's concentration?

<p>Vmax is directly proportional to the enzyme concentration. Increasing enzyme concentration leads to a higher Vmax.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Michaelis-Menten equation describes the relationship between the ______ and the substrate concentration.

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Which of the following statements best describes the significance of the Michaelis-Menten equation?

<p>It describes the relationship between enzyme activity and substrate concentration. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Michaelis-Menten equation holds true only for reactions involving a single substrate.

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What is the shape of the Michaelis-Menten curve when plotted on a graph of reaction velocity versus substrate concentration?

<p>The Michaelis-Menten curve is a hyperbolic shape.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The ______ is the substrate concentration at which the reaction rate is half of Vmax.

<p>Michaelis constant (KM)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions with their corresponding aspects of enzyme kinetics:

<p>Vmax is reached when the enzyme is fully saturated with substrate. = Saturation kinetics The reaction rate is proportional to the substrate concentration at low substrate levels. = First-order kinetics The reaction rate becomes independent of substrate concentration at high substrate levels. = Zero-order kinetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors is NOT a consideration for setting up an enzyme assay?

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A smaller KM value indicates a faster rate of product formation.

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The initial velocity (V0) is determined by the concentration of substrate at t=0.

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The rate of a second order reaction is fastest at the very beginning, when [A]0 is _____ .

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Match the enzyme reaction pitfalls with their effects:

<p>Denaturation of enzyme = Loss of enzyme function Product inhibition = Inhibition of the reaction Substrate exhaustion = Decrease in available substrate Inactivation of coenzyme = Reduced overall reaction rate Increase of reverse reaction rate = Shift towards reactants</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a pitfall of measuring enzyme reaction rates at longer time points?

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What is the reaction mechanism involving the formation of the complex E + S?

<p>E + S → ES</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the formation of P ∝ [ES] imply about the breakdown of ES?

<p>It is the rate-limiting step of the reaction. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The reverse reaction of ES to E + P can be ignored according to the formation of P ∝ [ES].

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The rate of formation of ES is defined by the equation __________.

<p>k1[E][S] - k−1[ES]</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>k1 = Rate constant for the formation of ES k2 = Rate constant for the conversion of ES to E + P k−1 = Rate constant for the breakdown of ES to E + S V0 = Initial velocity of the enzyme reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

Under what condition is [S] considered to be a constant?

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The breakdown of ES to E + P is the only significant reaction step.

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The reaction $A + B \xrightarrow{k_1} C$ is first order with respect to both A and B.

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What is the significance of the rate constant $k_1$ in a reaction?

<p>It indicates the speed of the reaction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The rate of reaction is proportional to the concentration of the ______ at time t.

<p>reactants</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the expression $V(t) = -d[A]/dt = k_1[A]_t$ represent?

<p>The velocity of the reaction over time (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a second-order reaction, the concentration of each reactant contributes independently to the reaction rate.

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What does setting up an enzyme assay involve according to the Michaelis-Menten model?

<p>Determining substrate concentration and enzyme kinetics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens during the reaction between enzyme E and substrate S?

<p>They form a product P. (A), They form a complex ES. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Michaelis-Menten model assumes that the formation and breakdown of the enzyme-substrate complex are in a steady-state.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is the steady-state condition of the E-S complex represented mathematically?

<p>d[E S]/dt = 0 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Setting an arbitrary incubation time can simplify the Michaelis-Menten modeling process.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a way to avoid complications in measuring during enzyme assays?

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Reaction Kinetics

The study of rates of chemical reactions and how they change.

First Order Reaction

A reaction whose rate depends on the concentration of one reactant.

Second Order Reaction

A reaction whose rate depends on the concentrations of two reactants.

Rate Equation

An equation that relates reaction rate to reactant concentrations.

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Michaelis-Menten Model

A mathematical model describing enzyme kinetics based on substrate concentration.

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Enzyme Assay

A laboratory method to measure enzyme activity or concentration.

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Concentration

The amount of a substance in a given volume of solution.

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Rate Constant (k)

A constant that relates the rate of a reaction to the concentrations of reactants.

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Initial velocity (V0)

The reaction rate measured at the start of the reaction, denoted as V0 = k1[A]0.

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Fastest reaction rate

Occurs at the beginning of the reaction when the initial concentration of reactants is highest.

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Pitfalls in measuring enzyme rates

Factors that can reduce reaction rates at longer times, such as enzyme denaturation and product inhibition.

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Denaturation of enzyme

Loss of enzyme structure and function due to extreme conditions.

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Product inhibition

When the product of a reaction inhibits the enzyme activity, reducing reaction rates.

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Substrate exhaustion

Decrease in substrate concentration that can reduce enzyme saturation and reaction rates.

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Incubation Time

The duration bacteria or enzymes are allowed to react before measurements.

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Enzyme-Substrate Complex

A transient complex formed when an enzyme binds to its substrate during a reaction.

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Initial Velocity

The rate of reaction at the start before significant substrate depletion occurs.

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Steady-State Assumption

A condition where the formation and breakdown of the enzyme-substrate complex are balanced.

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Total Concentration

The sum of all enzyme and substrate present in the reaction at the start.

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Rate of Reaction

How fast a reaction proceeds, often measured in terms of product formation over time.

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Rate-limiting step (RLS)

The slowest step in a reaction that determines the overall reaction rate.

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ES Complex

The enzyme-substrate complex formed during an enzyme-catalyzed reaction.

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k2

The rate constant for the breakdown of the ES complex to E + P.

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V0

The initial velocity of the reaction when substrate is in excess.

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[S]0

The initial concentration of substrate before the reaction begins.

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Assumption of [S] constancy

In reactions where [S] is large, [S] is treated as a constant during the early phase.

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Formation Rate of ES

The rate at which the enzyme substrate complex ES is formed.

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Ignoring reverse reaction

In certain conditions, the reverse reaction can be considered negligible.

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KM Value

The Michaelis constant, indicating substrate concentration at half-maximal velocity.

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Vmax

The maximum reaction rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction when saturated with substrate.

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Assay Adjustment

The process of modifying assay conditions based on KM and [S].

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Substrate Concentration ([S])

The amount of substrate present during the enzyme reaction.

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Michaelis-Menten Equation

Describes the relationship between reaction velocity, substrate concentration, and KM.

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V0 Expression

The initial velocity of a reaction, formula V0 = k'[S] when [S] < KM.

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Enzyme Saturation

Occurs when enzyme active sites are fully occupied by substrate.

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Rate of Formation

The speed at which the E-S complex is created from E and S.

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Rate of Consumption

The speed at which the E-S complex breaks down back into E and P.

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Michaelis Constant (KM)

A constant that describes the substrate concentration at which reaction rate is half of Vmax.

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Reaction Rate

The speed at which reactants are converted to products in a chemical reaction.

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Rate-Limiting Step

The slowest step in a reaction pathway that determines the overall rate.

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Substrate Saturation

When all enzyme active sites are occupied by substrate, leading to Vmax.

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Enzyme Concentration

The amount of enzyme present that can catalyze a reaction.

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Half-life of Reaction

Time taken for the reaction to reach half of its maximum speed.

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Equilibrium Constant (KD)

A constant that represents the balance between the concentrations of reactants and products.

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Enzyme-Substrate Affinity

The strength of the interaction between an enzyme and its substrate.

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Assumptions in Kinetics

Basic premises that simplify the analysis of enzyme kinetics.

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Kinetics Parameters

Variables like k1, k-1, and k2 that define the rates of formation and breakdown.

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Study Notes

Lecture #2: Michaelis-Menten Kinetics and Considerations for Setting Up an Enzyme Assay

  • The lecture covers Michaelis-Menten kinetics and setting up enzyme assays.
  • It begins with a review of reaction kinetics, followed by the derivation of the Michaelis-Menten model, and concludes with how to apply the model for enzyme assays.

Review of Reaction Kinetics

  • The rate of a reaction at time t is proportional to the concentration of reactants at time t.
  • For a reaction A → B, the rate equation is: V(t) = -d[A]/dt = k₁[A]t = k₋₁[B]t. This is a first-order reaction as it depends on one reactant (A).
  • Another example: A + B → C, the rate equation is: V(t) = -d[A]/dt = -d[B]/dt = d[C]/dt = k₁[A]t[B]t = k₋₁[C]t. This is a second-order reaction depending on the concentration of two reactants (A and B).
  • Another example: 2A → B, the rate equation is: V(t) = -d[A]/dt/2 = d[B]/dt = k₁[A]t = k₋₁[B]t. This is a second-order reaction overall (and second-order with respect to A).
  • Initial velocity (Vo) is measured at the onset of a reaction (t=0). Vo = k₁[A]₀. The rate of this reaction is fastest initially because the concentration of reactant A only decreases gradually over time.

Pitfalls of Measuring Enzyme Reaction Rates at Longer Time Points

  • Initial velocities are preferred for enzyme reactions as rates at longer reaction times can decrease due to:
    • Enzyme denaturation.
    • Product inhibition.
    • Substrate exhaustion (decreasing enzyme saturation).
    • Coenzyme inactivation.
    • Increasing reverse reaction rates.

Always Measure Initial Velocities

  • To avoid variability in incubation time, initial velocities are preferred.

Derivation of the Michaelis-Menten (MM) Model

Introduction

  • Enzyme (E) reacts with substrate (S) to form an enzyme-substrate complex (ES).
  • ES converts to product (P) and regenerates the enzyme.
  • A general equation is E + S ⇌ ES → E + P (k₁ and k₋₁ for reversible step between E and S, k₂ for conversion of ES to E and P)
  • In any enzyme assay, the only known values are the total starting enzyme concentration ([E]₀) and the total starting substrate concentration ([S]₀). Thus, it is sensible to focus on the initial velocity (Vo).

Assumptions

  • Steady-state assumption: d[ES]/dt = 0 (the rate at which the ES complex is formed is equal to the rate at which it's consumed).
  • Rate-limiting step for the formation of product P (from ES). Therefore the reverse reaction of ES → E + P can be ignored (k₋₂ is ≈ 0).
  • Initial substrate concentration ([S]₀) is much larger than initial enzyme concentration ([E]₀). Then [S] can be considered a constant during the initial reaction phase.

Derivation

  • The rate of ES formation equals the rate of ES consumption. This leads to: k₁[E][S] = k₋₁[ES] + k₂[ES].
  • The law of mass conservation for enzyme [E] = [E]₀—[ES]
  • Simplifying through substitutions and rearrangement leads to [ES] = ([E]₀[S])/(KM + [S])
  • From the rate-limiting step assumption (k₂[ES] = Vo), the final Michaelis-Menten equation arises: Vo = Vmax[S]/(KM + [S])

Important Facts About KM

  • KM has units of concentration.
  • KM is a constant under specific conditions (pH, temperature, ionic strength).
  • If a reaction has multiple substrates, KM for a particular substrate is defined when all other substrates are at saturation.
  • The value of KM varies from enzyme to enzyme and ranges from 10-8 M to 1.0 M.
    • Larger KM values indicate that substrate saturation is attained only at high substrate concentrations.
    • Smaller KM values mean that substrate is saturated at lower substrate concentrations.
  • KM is not an equilibrium constant, but a composite of various rate constants.
  • KM is not a dissociation/association constant.

Considerations for Setting Up an Enzyme Assay

  • Understanding KM allows for adjusting assay conditions by varying the substrate concentration ([S]).
  • If [S] << KM, the reaction simplifies to Vo = (Vmax[S])/KM. In these conditions, the reaction is first order with respect to [S].
  • If [S] >> KM, the reaction simplifies to Vo = Vmax. In these conditions, the reaction is zero-order with respect to [S], but it is still sensitive to enzyme concentration ([E]₀).

Quantitative Enzyme Assays

  • The rate of product formation ([P]) is directly proportional to the enzyme concentration in the sample when the substrate is present in excess.
  • Assay conditions are chosen such that the reaction rate is dependent on the enzyme concentration. Thus, Vo is proportional to [E].

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