Which Enzymes' Catalytic Activity Is Predicted to Be Most Sensitive

question 138

Multiple Choice

Which enzymes' catalytic activity is predicted to be most sensitive to changes in pH?

• A) Enzymes with nonpolar side chains at the active site
• B) Enzymes with amino (-NH₂) or carboxy (-COOH) side chains at the active site
• C) Enzymes with metal ions bound to nonpolar side chains at the active site
• D) Enzymes with structurally smaller side chains (e.g., -H) at the active site
• E) Enzymes with structurally rigid side chains (e.g., proline residues) at the active site

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Definitions:

Venules

Small blood vessels that allow deoxygenated blood to return from the capillary beds to the larger blood veins.

Capillary Networks

A complex, interconnected web of capillaries that facilitates efficient exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste products between blood and tissues.

Laplace's Law

A principle that describes the relationship between the pressure, volume, and tension of spherical and cylindrical shapes, often applied in cardiovascular and respiratory physiology.

Pressure Differences

Variations in pressure between two areas, which can result in fluid or air movement from the higher pressure area to the lower pressure area.