The diagram represents one way an enzyme can be inhibited.

Question

Which statement explains the effect of an inhibitor on an enzyme?
The enzyme will likely be attacked by immune cells.
The enzyme will be unable to produce more enzymes.
A substrate will be unable to attach to the enzyme.
A substrate will be able to bond with the enzyme.

Answer 1

The correct statement that explains the effect of an inhibitor on an enzyme is: A substrate will be unable to attach to the enzyme.

Inhibition typically blocks the substrate from binding to the enzyme, either by occupying the active site or altering the enzyme's structure, preventing the reaction from occurring.