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Mohamed Abbas
August 27, 2023
Biochemistry

Simulating DNA Hybridization

Simulate merging of two ssDNA together To simulate the merging of two single-stranded DNA (ssDNA) molecules, we need to understand the process of DNA hybridization. Here is...

Mohamed Abbas
August 27, 2023
Biochemistry

Unveiling the Intricacies of Enzyme Kinetics

In enzyme kinetics, Can the Kp be greater than K1 in any way? In enzyme kinetics, the values Kp and K1 refer to the rate constants of...

Mohamed Abbas
August 27, 2023
Biochemistry

Aerobic vs. Anaerobic ATP Production

Do ATP generated aerobically and anaerobically have different phosphorylation potentials? Yes, ATP generated aerobically and anaerobically have different phosphorylation potentials. Phosphorylation potential refers to the energy available...

Mohamed Abbas
August 27, 2023
Biochemistry

Impact on Km and Vmax during Biochemical Reactions

Can we compare the effectiveness of an inhibitor by checking how much they change Km and Vmax during a reaction? Yes, we can compare the effectiveness of...

Mohamed Abbas
August 27, 2023
Biochemistry

Diffusion and Osmosis in Cell Membranes

Thermodynamics of passive transport Passive transport refers to the movement of molecules across a cell membrane without the expenditure of energy by the cell. It occurs down...

Mohamed Abbas
August 27, 2023
Biochemistry

The Crude/Heavy Membrane Fraction in Subcellular Fractionation

Has anyone who has ever isolated synaptosomes using subcellular fractionation before know what the ‘crude/heavy membrane fraction P2’ is? Yes, scientists who have worked with subcellular fractionation...

Mohamed Abbas
August 27, 2023
Biochemistry

Thermodynamics of Passive Membrane Transporters

Thermodynamics of one directional passive membrane transporters Passive membrane transporters are protein molecules embedded within the cell membrane that facilitate the movement of molecules across the membrane...

Mohamed Abbas
August 27, 2023
Biochemistry

Effects of Distilled, Deionized, and Demineralized Water on Dental Health

Can distilled / deionized / demineralized water “attack” teeth? Distilled, deionized, or demineralized water does not directly “attack” teeth. In fact, these types of water do not...