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Why does catalase function most efficiently at the temperature 22C

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Optimal temperature for catalase activity is around 30'C because the highest amount of oxygen bubbles were observed at this temperature. Catalase activity decreases after optimal temperature. This happens because the enzyme becomes denatured.

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