What Type of Specificity Is Displayed by an Enzyme That

question 33

Multiple Choice

What type of specificity is displayed by an enzyme that is able to catalyze a reaction of D-glucose,but not L-glucose?

• A)absolute specificity
• B)stereospecificity
• C)group specificity
• D)optical specificity
• E)sugar specificity

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Definitions:

Set Point Theory

The theory that the body regulates its weight and energy levels around a biologically predetermined point.

Metabolic Rate

The rate at which the body uses energy to maintain basic life functions.

Body Weight

The total mass of an individual, measured in units such as pounds or kilograms, often used as an indicator of health.

Brown Fat

A type of body fat that is activated when cold, burning calories to generate heat and help maintain body temperature.