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Which one of the following statements is not true about enzymes?

Options

  1. AEnzymes are non-specific for a reaction and substrate.
  2. BAlmost all enzymes are proteins.
  3. CEnzymes work as catalysts by lowering the activation energy of a biochemical reaction.
  4. DThe action of enzymes is temperature and pH specific

Correct answer

A. Enzymes are non-specific for a reaction and substrate.

Step-by-step solution

Enzymes are very specific in nature.

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