If an enzyme's optimal temperature is 37°C, then the enzyme ____

a. has a cofactor
b. is likely to catalyze the reaction at the same rate at 30°C
c. will probably be inactive at a pH below 4.5
d. will completely denature at 38°C
e. activity will drop at temperatures above 37°C and likely be eliminated by 60°C


ANSWER: e

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