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In Biology / High School | 2014-09-16

Which aspect of a chemical reaction is affected by enzymes?

Asked by shey1

Answer (2)

An enzyme lowers the activation energy required to start the reaction by holding the reactants in place.

Answered by AndyBryer | 2024-06-10

Enzymes affect chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy needed for the reaction to take place. They bind with substrates to form enzyme-substrate complexes, which facilitates the formation of products. This process allows reactions to occur more efficiently and quickly.
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Answered by AndyBryer | 2025-06-13