BIO NMDCAT Factors that Affect the Rate of Enzyme Reactions
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During enzyme-catalyzed reactions, extremely alkaline conditions generally lead to

A. Improved substrate binding
B. Disruption of ionic and hydrogen bonds within the enzyme
C. Increased enzyme synthesis
D. Increased activation energy of the substrate

📝 Explanation

Highly alkaline conditions alter the tertiary structure by disrupting weak bonds, leading to reduced catalytic activity or denaturation.

📖 Additional Information

  • Improved substrate binding
  • Disruption of ionic and hydrogen bonds within the enzyme
  • Increased enzyme synthesis
  • Increased activation energy of the substrate

Highly alkaline conditions alter the tertiary structure by disrupting weak bonds, leading to reduced catalytic activity or denaturation.

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