Question

enzymes are proteins that have three - dimensional shape that is specific to a particular substrate. environmental conditions can change the shape of the enzyme. what is the most likely result if the shape of the enzyme changes? a the substrate will change its shape to match the enzyme. b the enzyme will no longer be able to catalyze the reaction with the substrate. c the products made from the enzyme and the substrate will be changed. d the enzyme will be able to bind to more diverse substrates than before.

Explanation:

Enzymes have a specific three - dimensional shape for substrate binding and catalysis. A change in enzyme shape due to environmental factors can disrupt the active - site structure. The active site is where the substrate binds and the reaction occurs. If the enzyme's shape changes, it will likely no longer be able to catalyze the reaction with the substrate effectively as the substrate may not fit into the altered active site.

Answer:

B. The enzyme will no longer be able to catalyze the reaction with the substrate.