Question

in order for cells to function properly, the enzymes that they contain must also function properly. the graph below shows how ph affects the activity of the enzyme salivary amylase. from the information given, what can be inferred about cells that have salivary amylase? a. they function best at a high ph. b. they function best at a low ph. c. they function equally well regardless of the ph level. d. they do not function well at a ph that is too high or too low.

Explanation:

The graph shows that the rate of reaction of salivary amylase peaks at a certain pH range and drops off at very high and very low pH levels. Since cells with salivary amylase need the enzyme to function properly, they won't function well when the pH is too extreme as the enzyme's activity is affected.

Answer:

D. They do not function well at a pH that is too high or too low.