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
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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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