At temperature higher than optimum, enzymatic activity decreases because of:
Correct answer: C. Denaturation
- A. Saturation
- B. Inhibition
- C. Denaturation
- D. Composition
Explanation
Enzymes are protein in nature. At a temperature higher than optimum temperature, the 3D shape of active site denatures and substrate molecules can no longer fit into it. This is termed as denaturation of enzymes.
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