Question

The graph above shows the progress of an enzyme-catalyzed chemical reaction. Based on the graph, this enzyme (2 points)

Answer 1

Answer: works optimally at 20°C

Enzymes are a broad group of biological catalysts that have the role of accelerating chemical reactions by binding to molecules and altering them in specific ways. They are essential to the correct functioning of the body.

Enzymes function only at certain temperatures and pH ranges. The enzyme shown in the graph works optimally at 20°C. This is shown by the fact that the reaction rate, enhanced by the enzyme, reaches a maximum at this temperature. The higher the temperature, the more effective the enzyme.

However, at temperatures higher than this optimal threshold, the enzyme will gradually decrease in efficiency. To high or low temperatures will have this effect.