What is competitive inhibition in enzymatic reactions?
AP Biology - Energy & Enzymes

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Competitive inhibition occurs when a substance competes with the substrate for binding to the active site of an enzyme, thereby reducing the rate of the reaction.
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What is a substrate in the context of enzymatic reactions?
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A substrate is any substance that is acted upon by an enzyme during a biochemical reaction.
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Where do substrates bind on an enzyme?
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Substrates bind to the active site of an enzyme.
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What type of reaction is represented by the equation A --> B + C?
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This equation represents a catabolic reaction, where a larger molecule (A) is broken down into smaller products (B and C).
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Which enzyme works under the most restricted pH range according to the graph?
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Enzyme D works under the most restricted pH range.
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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?
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Enzymes act as catalysts that speed up biochemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required for the reaction to occur.
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What factors can affect enzyme activity?
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Factors that can affect enzyme activity include temperature, pH, substrate concentration, and the presence of inhibitors or activators.
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