Question

Which statement is correct, with regard to the catalase enzyme catalyzing the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen?
A. Water is a substrate in this reaction.

B. Bonds in the Hydrogen peroxide are weakened in catalase's active site, allowing the chemical reaction to occur.

C. Hydrogen peroxide is produced by the catalase enzyme.

D. The breakdown of hydrogen peroxide would still occur naturally but occurs less rapidly with the catalase enzyme.

Answer 1

The statement Bonds in the hydrogen peroxide are weakened in catalase's active site, allowing the chemical reaction to occur is the answer. Catalase is an enzyme in the liver that breaks down harmful hydrogen peroxide into oxygen and water.