The optimum reaction rate of a particular enzyme occurs at pH 7.3 at 37°C. This reaction would probably proceed faster by
A. decreasing the pH and increasing the temperature.
B. increasing the temperature to 38°C and keeping the pH at 7.3.
C. increasing the pH and maintaining the temperature at 37°C.
D. increasing both temperature and pH.
Answer:B
The optimum reaction rate of a particular enzyme occurs at pH 7.3 at 37°C. This reaction would probably proceed faster by
A. decreasing the pH and increasing the temperature. B. increasing the temperature to 38°C and keeping the pH at 7.3. C. increasing the pH and maintaining the temperature at 37°C. D. increasing both temperature and pH.