Which Statement BEST Describes How an Enzyme Lowers the Activation

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which statement BEST describes how an enzyme lowers the activation energy of a reaction?

• A) The enzyme covalently binds to the substrate, lowering its energy.
• B) The enzyme chemically reacts with the substrate to make it more reactive.
• C) The enzyme increases the temperature of the substrate, making it more reactive.
• D) The substrate is held in the correct orientation for the reaction to occur.
• E) All of the above describe how an enzyme lowers the activation energy.

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