one step in glycolysis is especially enedergonic under standard conditions, which step? How do you think this step can proceed, given its unfavorable energetics?
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The step in glycolysis that is especially endergonic under standard conditions is the conversion of fructose-6-phosphate to fructose-1,6-bisphosphate, catalyzed by the enzyme phosphofructokinase-1 (PFK-1). This reaction requires the input of ATP and is Show more…
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