Asked by Monica Dominguez on May 26, 2024
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In noncompetitive inhibition, the inhibitor binds to the active site of the enzyme.
Noncompetitive Inhibition
The binding of a substance (the noncompetitive inhibitor) to a site other than the active site of an enzyme, thereby lowering the rate at which the enzyme catalyzes a reaction. Compare with competitive inhibition.
- Explain and distinguish the differences between competitive and noncompetitive inhibition of enzymes.
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Kaylen SamsonMay 26, 2024
Final Answer :
False
Explanation :
In noncompetitive inhibition, the inhibitor binds to a site other than the active site, altering the enzyme's function without blocking substrate binding directly.
Learning Objectives
- Explain and distinguish the differences between competitive and noncompetitive inhibition of enzymes.