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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of enzymes?

A. They change shape when they bind their substrates.

B. They can catalyze reactions in both forward and reverse directions.

C. Their activity is sensitive to changes in temperature.

D. They are always active on more than one kind of substrate.

Answer Explanation:

Enzymes are substrate-specific. Most enzymes catalyze only one biochemical reaction. Their active sites are specific for a certain type of substrate and do not bind to other substrates and catalyze other reactions.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is D.

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    A. Centimeters

    B. Meters

    C. Micrometers

    D. Kilometers

    Answer Explanation

    The best use of the International System of Units (SI) for this situation would be the use of the micrometer as it is the smallest unit of measurement provided and the scientist is using a microscope to view the insects.

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    A. Correlation can show the relationship between variables.

    B. Correlation can show cause and effect.

    C. Correlation can show linear relationships.

    D. Correlation can show nonlinear relationships.

    Answer Explanation

    Correlations may be positive or negative and linear or nonlinear. However, correlation does not determine cause and effect. Correlation does not necessarily mean causation.

  • Q #3: Which of the following is NOT provided as a result of the valid research and observations recorded by scientists?

    A. A better understanding of the physical world

    B. The ability to predict possible outcomes affected by actions

    C. The ability to prevent earthquakes and other natural disasters

    D. The creation of various substances and technologies that enhance our world

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