An enzyme is a special kind of catalyst. How does it work?

Question

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a
It breaks down and takes part in chemical reactions to form new products.
b
It speeds specific chemical reactions.
c
It slows down specific chemical reactions.
d
It triggers chemical reactions at any pH or temperature.

Answer 1

b. It speeds specific chemical reactions. An enzyme catalyzes specific chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required for the reaction to proceed, thereby increasing the rate of the reaction.