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A-LevelBiologyEnzymes9700/12 · Oct/Nov 2019 · Q141 Mark

Which statement about the active site of an enzyme is correct?

AIt always has a specific fixed shape.
BIt reduces the total energy of the product.
CIt does not form chemical bonds with its substrate.
DIt is determined by the primary structure of the enzyme.

✓ Correct answer

D: It is determined by the primary structure of the enzyme.

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Enzymes, A-Level Biology (syllabus 9700). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
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A-Level Biology, Oct/Nov 2019 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 14.

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