Enzymes are affected by pH and temperature because they are: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Enzymes are affected by pH and temperature because they are:
A. Nucleic acids
B. Carbohydrates
C. Lipids
D. Proteins
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Enzymes are proteins with complex three-dimensional structures maintained by hydrogen bonds, ionic bonds, and hydrophobic interactions. Extremes of pH or high temperature disrupt these bonds, causing denaturation (loss of structure and function). Each enzyme has an optimum pH and temperature. For example, pepsin works in acidic stomach, trypsin in alkaline intestine.

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