BIO NMDCAT Inhibitors
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During an enzyme-catalyzed reaction, the addition of a non-competitive inhibitor primarily causes

A. A conformational change in the enzyme
B. Complete destruction of the substrate
C. Permanent denaturation of all proteins
D. Increased formation of enzyme-substrate complexes

📝 Explanation

Non-competitive inhibitors bind at an allosteric site and alter the enzyme's three-dimensional shape, reducing catalytic efficiency. They do not necessarily destroy the substrate or all proteins. Concept tested: Mechanism of non-competitive inhibition.

📖 Additional Information

  • A conformational change in the enzyme
  • Complete destruction of the substrate
  • Permanent denaturation of all proteins
  • Increased formation of enzyme-substrate complexes

Non-competitive inhibitors bind at an allosteric site and alter the enzyme's three-dimensional shape, reducing catalytic efficiency. They do not necessarily destroy the substrate or all proteins. Concept tested: Mechanism of non-competitive inhibition.

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