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Denaturation of an enzyme refers to
Denaturation of an enzyme refers to
- The enzyme becoming more efficient and effective
- The enzyme losing its shape and function (correct)
- The enzyme being completely destroyed
- The enzyme fitting new substrates and catalyzing new reactions
What can cause denaturation of an enzyme?
What can cause denaturation of an enzyme?
- Low temperatures
- Stable environment
- Neutral pH
- High temperatures (correct)
What happens to an enzyme when it denatures?
What happens to an enzyme when it denatures?
- It becomes more sensitive to pH changes
- It changes its shape and function (correct)
- It becomes more efficient at catalyzing reactions
- It becomes more stable
