Chapter 21, Problem 21.62EP

Indicate whether each of the following statements concerning different types of enzyme inhibitors is true or false.

1. a. A reversible competitive inhibitor temporarily blocks an enzyme’s active site.
2. b. A reversible noncompetitive inhibitor permanently changes the shape of an enzyme’s active site.
3. c. An irreversible inhibitor temporarily changes the shape of an enzyme’s active site.
4. d. Insecticides are examples of reversible noncompetitive inhibitors.