Why Isn't the Oxygenase Function of Rubisco Active Under Normal

question 17

Multiple Choice

Why isn't the oxygenase function of rubisco active under normal environmental conditions?

• A)the oxygenase activity of the enzyme requires more energy
• B)the affinity of the enzyme favors the binding of CO₂
• C)the oxygenase activity of the enzyme is inhibited by O₂ ​
• D)the binding site of the enzyme is allosterically inhibited under normal conditions ​
• E)the oxygenase binding site has a higher affinity for ATP ​

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