Would a Mutation in an Enzyme That Changes the Shape

question 101

Multiple Choice

Would a mutation in an enzyme that changes the shape of its active site change the function of the enzyme?

• A) No,because the enzyme would probably bind to the substrate anyway.
• B) No,because another enzyme would make up for it.
• C) No,because the shape of the active site has no effect on its activity.
• D) Yes,because the active sites of all the enzymes have to match in order to work.
• E) Yes,because the substrate has to fit specifically into the active site to undergo the reaction.

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