Protease is an enzyme in the human body that catalyzes a chemical reaction in which proteins are broken down into smaller molecules so that the body

Question

can use them. Which is a likely outcome if protease does not function properly?

A. The chemical reaction will not occur, and the body will not be able to absorb the protein it needs.

B.The cells of the digestive system will increase in temperature and catalyze the reaction.

C.The body will use a different enzyme to catalyze the chemical reaction.

D.The activation energy needed for the chemical reaction will be lowered.

Answer 1

A. The chemical reaction will not occur, and the body will not be able to absorb the protein it needs.

If protease does not function properly, it will hinder the breakdown of proteins into smaller molecules, which means the body will struggle to absorb the essential nutrients from proteins.