Estimating p50 for Hemoglobin/Myoglobin

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The discussion focuses on estimating the p50 values for Hemoglobin and Myoglobin as part of a homework assignment. Participants emphasize the importance of graphing the data and utilizing linear equations derived from the graphs to determine the p50 values. The conversation highlights the necessity of having accessible data to perform accurate calculations, as one user encountered a broken link to the relevant information. Ultimately, the consensus is that graphing and linear analysis are essential steps in estimating p50 for these enzymes.

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  • Understanding of enzyme kinetics and oxygen binding
  • Familiarity with graphing techniques and linear equations
  • Knowledge of Hemoglobin and Myoglobin functions
  • Basic proficiency in data analysis tools, such as Excel or graphing software
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http://moodle.lsu.edu/file.php/9836/Homework/HW9.htm"
Part B of the first problem is the one I'm looking at. It asks to "estimate the p50" of each enzyme; how do I do this with what I've been given? Once I have graphed the two, do I find it from the linear equations? Can anyone point me in the right direction?

Thanks.
 
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The link doesn't work. Why not just copy the information you were given?
 
I have pretty much solved it, though I had a feeling the link wouldn't work. Thanks, though!
 

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