How can an unfavorable reaction ($\Delta$G$\degree$^' 0) still occur in a metabolic pathway? A) Link it to another unfavorable reaction. B) Link it to a favorable reaction. C) They cannot be used in metabolic pathway reactions. D) Increase the temperature of the reaction.

Question

How can an unfavorable reaction ($\Delta$G$\degree$^' > 0) still occur in a metabolic pathway? A) Link it to another unfavorable reaction. B) Link it to a favorable reaction. C) They cannot be used in metabolic pathway reactions. D) Increase the temperature of the reaction.

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By linking the unfavorable reaction to a favorable reaction, the overall delta G may still be negative and the reaction can proceed in the forward direction.

How Can an Unfavorable Reaction Δ\DeltaΔ G °\degree° ' > 0) Still Occur in a Metabolic Pathway

How Can an Unfavorable Reaction $\Delta$ G $\degree$ ^' > 0) Still Occur in a Metabolic Pathway