Which Statement Regarding Enzyme-Substrate (ES) Complexes Is True

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which statement regarding enzyme-substrate (ES) complexes is true?

• A) The formation of an ES complex helps to lower the  G of the reaction, favoring product formation.
• B) The formation of an ES complex helps to lower the  H of the reaction, favoring product formation.
• C) The formation of an ES complex helps to achieve the transition state, favoring product formation.
• D) The formation of an ES complex helps to convert the chemical reaction from exergonic to endergonic.
• E) The formation of an ES complex helps to convert the chemical reaction from endergonic to exergonic.

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