Biology for IGCSE & O level - Enzymes (Section 2 - No. 36)

What happens to an enzyme if the temperature is raised above its optimum?
The enzyme becomes more active.
The enzyme is denatured.
The enzyme's activity does not change.
The enzyme becomes more stable.

Explanation

At temperatures exceeding the optimum, the enzyme structure is disrupted, leading to denaturation.

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