Chapter 22, Problem 22.49QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The effect of incorporation of ${\text{Cu}}^{2+}$ into a metalloenzyme on its formation constant is to be stated.

Concept introduction: Most of the enzymes in human body contain transition metal ions. These ions form complexes by bonding with nitrogen atoms of the amino acids in proteins and other Lewis bases in biological systems.

To determine: If the formation constant of a metalloenzyme will be greater than or less than one when a transition metal ion such as ${\text{Cu}}^{2+}$ is incorporated in it.