The ______ is equal to the rate of synthesis minus the rate of breakdown of the metabolic intermediates. A)metabolic rate B)K_eq C)rate determining step D)flux E)none of the above

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The term "flux" refers to the rate of flow of metabolites through a metabolic pathway, which is determined by the rate of synthesis and breakdown of intermediates. Therefore, choice D is the correct answer. The other options (A, B, and C) are either unrelated to the given statement or not applicable in this context.

The ______ Is Equal to the Rate of Synthesis Minus