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Concerning the activation energy of a chemical reaction, an enzyme accelerates the process by

A. Increasing the average kinetic energy of the reactants
B. Combining selectively with the substrate to form a stable, non-reactive complex
C. Decreasing the energy required to reach the transition state
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D. Providing an alternative route that increases the overall energy yield

📝 Explanation

Enzymes accelerate reactions by stabilizing the transition state and providing an alternative reaction pathway with a lower activation energy.

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  • Increasing the average kinetic energy of the reactants
  • Combining selectively with the substrate to form a stable, non-reactive complex
  • Decreasing the energy required to reach the transition state
  • Providing an alternative route that increases the overall energy yield

Enzymes accelerate reactions by stabilizing the transition state and providing an alternative reaction pathway with a lower activation energy.

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