Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Organic: Chemistry in Everyday Life

Question:

If the bond between the enzyme and inhibiting drug is very strong, which of the following takes place?

Options:

The active site slowly regains its original shape

The enzyme develops a new active site

The enzyme is blocked temporarily

The body synthesizes a new enzyme

Correct Answer:

The body synthesizes a new enzyme

Explanation:

When there is a strong covalent bond between the enzyme and the drug, the enzyme is blocked permanently. This results in the degradation of the entire drug-enzyme complex and the synthesis of a new enzyme.