BIO NMDCAT Factors that Affect the Rate of Enzyme Reactions
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The decline in enzyme activity beyond the optimum temperature is primarily associated with

A. Reduced kinetic energy of molecules
B. Irreversible alteration of the active site's three-dimensional structure
C. Increased substrate concentration
D. Greater enzyme synthesis

📝 Explanation

Excessive heat disrupts hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions, leading to denaturation and loss of catalytic activity.

📖 Additional Information

  • Reduced kinetic energy of molecules
  • Irreversible alteration of the active site's three-dimensional structure
  • Increased substrate concentration
  • Greater enzyme synthesis

Excessive heat disrupts hydrogen bonds and hydrophobic interactions, leading to denaturation and loss of catalytic activity.

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