Question

Which option describes an enzyme?
A. a specialized carbohydrate that helps chemical reactions to occur
B. a specialized carbohydrate that changes during a chemical reaction
C. a specialized protein that helps chemical reactions to occur
D.a specialized protein that changes during a chemical reaction

Answer 1

The correct option that describes an enzyme is:

**C. a specialized protein that helps chemical reactions to occur.**

Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions without being consumed in the reaction. They are typically proteins that provide an active site for substrate binding, facilitating the conversion of substrates into products.