An enzyme catalyzes the hydrolysis of an ester with a certain activity, but this activity is lost in — Biochemistry Chemistry Question
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An enzyme catalyzes the hydrolysis of an ester with a certain activity, but this activity is lost in a 3 M urea solution. What is the most likely explanation for the loss of activity?
A.
Urea binds to the active site of the enzyme competitively with the substrate.
B.
Urea causes the cleavage of the peptide bonds in the enzyme.
C.✓ Correct
Urea causes the enzyme to denature and lose its specific three-dimensional shape.
D.
Urea reacts with disulfide bonds in the enzyme.
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