Steady state and equilibrium metabolism differ in that: Question 5 options: A) t
ID: 72561 • Letter: S
Question
Steady state and equilibrium metabolism differ in that:
Question 5 options:
A) the ratio of ATP to ADP is very low under equilibrium conditions and high under steady state conditions
B) equilibrium is required to keep the ratio of reactants and products equal for the needs of the cell, steady state reactions do not maintain reactants and products at equal concentrations
C) the forward and reverse rates are the same in steady state reactions and are different at equilibrium
D) Equilibrium provides energy for the cell to do work, steady state reactions do not.
Explanation / Answer
The correct option is (B) equilibrium is required to keep the ratio of reactants and products equal for the needs of the cell, steady state reactions do not maintain reactants and products at equal concentrations