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How is “lock and key” used to describe the action of enzymes? (1 point) Responses Enzymes are able to create gaps in cell walls that allow reactants to enter cells. Enzymes are able to create gaps in cell walls that allow reactants to enter cells. Enzymes are able to create gaps in cell walls that allow products to leave cells. Enzymes are able to create gaps in cell walls that allow products to leave cells. Enzymes have a shape that specifically fits the reactants, like a key in a lock. Enzymes have a shape that specifically fits the reactants, like a key in a lock. Enzymes have a shape that specifically fits the products, like a key in a lock.
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The correct response is: **Enzymes have a shape that specifically fits the reactants, like a key in a lock.**
This analogy illustrates how enzymes function by binding to specific substrates (reactants) at their active sites, much like a key fits into a specific lock. This specific interaction is crucial for the enzyme's ability to catalyze biochemical reactions.
This analogy illustrates how enzymes function by binding to specific substrates (reactants) at their active sites, much like a key fits into a specific lock. This specific interaction is crucial for the enzyme's ability to catalyze biochemical reactions.