NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
BIOCHEMISTRY
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Question
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What can reduce or destroy enzyme activity?
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Excessive heat
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Strong acid
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Strong base
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All of the above
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Several factors affect the rate at which enzymatic reactions proceed-temperature, pH, enzyme concentration, substrate concentration, and the presence of any inhibitors or activators.
Detailed explanation-2: -Extremely high temperatures that can denature the enzyme. Extremes of pH. Either too acidic, or too basic pH can also cause denaturation of an enzyme.
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