How Much Faster Is the Reaction Rate in the Second

question 57

Multiple Choice

How much faster is the reaction rate in the second step of the Codexis synthesis of atorvastatin, when enzymes are used?

• A)10 times faster
• B)100 times faster
• C)4,000 times faster
• D)It is no faster, but the use of the enzyme in this step means significant amounts of pollutants are not generated.

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