Question

In an enzymatic reaction: Select one: a. The enzyme leaves the reaction chemically unchanged b. The least important level of organization for an enzyme is its tertiary structure c. Increasing temperature above the optimal value slows the reaction rate

Answer 1

c. Increasing temperature above the optimal value slows the reaction rate

Step-by-step explanation:

Enzyme activity is affected by factors, such as temperature, pH, and concentration.

The rate of an enzyme-catalysed reaction increases as the temperature increases. However, increasing the temperature above the optimal value slows the reaction rate because the enzyme becomes denatured and can no longer function.

Thus, the correct option is "C"

c. Increasing temperature above the optimal value slows the reaction rate