https://pages.htgaa.org/2026b/pooja-logasundaram/week-03-hw-cell-free/index.htmlSection A: Comparing Cell-Free Reaction Compositions 1. Why do K-glutamate and Mg-glutamate concentrations differ, and which is more sensitive? K-glutamate and Mg-glutamate have different roles in cell-free protein synthesis. K-glutamate mainly provides potassium ions and helps establish the ionic environment of the reaction. Potassium concentration affects ribosome function, enzyme activity, nucleic-acid interactions, and the overall physiological-like environment of the lysate.Hugoen