When enzyme action stops due to a buildup of end product,this control is called ________.

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Feedback inhibition (also known as negative feedback) is a mechanism of enzyme regulation in which the end product of a metabolic pathway acts as an inhibitor of an earlier enzyme in the pathway, leading to a decrease in the production of that end product. This helps to prevent the accumulation of excess end product and ensures that the pathway is only active when it is needed.

When Enzyme Action Stops Due to a Buildup of End