Chapter 6, Problem 23A

Summary Introduction

To analyze:

The effect of temperature on the rate of reaction.

Introduction:

An enzyme is a catalyst that enhances the rate of reactions taking place in the biological system. It works by lowering the activation energy of a chemical reaction.

Explanation of Solution

In the above graph, there are two enzymes, enzyme A and enzyme B. The rate of reaction for enzyme A is increased up to 40 degrees Celsius but decreases after that. The rate of reaction for enzyme B increases after 30 degree Celsius and continue to rise to 80 degree Celsius.