Metabolic processes are tightly regulated to maintain homeostasis. Regulation occurs at multiple levels: - Genetic Regulation: The expression of enzymes involved in metabolic pathways is controlled by gene expression. - Allosteric Regulation: Enzymes can be activated or inhibited by molecules that bind to sites other than the active site. - Feedback Inhibition: The end product of a metabolic pathway can inhibit an enzyme that acts early in the pathway, preventing the overproduction of the product.
