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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Biomolecules

Question:

Identify the correct statement about enzymes.

Options:

The activity of enzymes cannot be affected by other compounds

Enzymes work only at their optimum temperature and pH

Enzymes increase the activation energy of a reaction

Enzymes need to be used in excess compared to the reagent to catalyze the reaction

Correct Answer:

Enzymes work only at their optimum temperature and pH

Explanation:

Enzymes decrease the activation energy of a reaction. Extremely small quantities of enzymes can increase the rate of reaction by thousands. Enzyme action can be inhibited by compounds known as enzyme inhibitors.