Problem: Which of the following statements regarding enzyme function is false?a) An enzyme's function depends on its three-dimensional shape.b) Enzymes are very specific for their substrates.c) Enzymes are used up when they catalyze a chemical reaction so must be synthesized for each new chemical reaction.
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Enzymes: biological catalysts that are not used up during a reaction
Enzyme Functions:
1. Build proteins
2. Copy DNA
3. Digest food
Problem Details
Which of the following statements regarding enzyme function is false?
a) An enzyme's function depends on its three-dimensional shape.
b) Enzymes are very specific for their substrates.
c) Enzymes are used up when they catalyze a chemical reaction so must be synthesized for each new chemical reaction.
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