A Compound That Binds to the Surface of an Enzyme

question 14

Multiple Choice

A compound that binds to the surface of an enzyme, and changes its shape so that a substrate cannot enter the active site, is called a(n)

• A)irreversible inhibitor.
• B)proenzyme.
• C)cofactor.
• D)noncompetitive inhibitor.
• E)competitive inhibitor.

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