Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Mode of action of enzymes

Mode of action of enzymes — practice question

Aspirin stops an enzyme working by reacting with an amino acid that is an essential component of the enzyme’s 3D structure. A part of the aspirin molecule binds tightly to the amino acid. What term describes this form of inhibition?

  • A1 and 3
  • B1 only
  • C2 and 3
  • D2 only

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