Which Statement About an Enzyme Is TRUE

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which statement about an enzyme is TRUE?

• A)An enzyme's function depends on its three-dimensional shape.
• B)An enzyme works on a broad range of substrates.
• C)An enzyme is used up in chemical reactions.
• D)An enzyme becomes another enzyme after a reaction.

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Definitions:

Template DNA

The strand of DNA that serves as the guide for synthesizing a complementary strand during DNA replication or transcription.

Replication

The method whereby a double-helix DNA molecule replicates itself to create two duplicate DNA molecules.

DNA Polymerase

An enzyme that plays a critical role in DNA replication, facilitating the synthesis of a new strand of DNA by adding nucleotides matched to the template strand.

Adds Nucleotides

A process that involves the addition of nucleotide units to a nucleic acid molecule such as DNA or RNA.