How can a living cell increase the rate of a chemical reaction?

A. by raising the pH of the cytoplasm.
B. by using a catalyst.
C. by lowering the pH of the cytoplasm.
D. by increasing the entropy of the reactants.
E. by raising the temperature.


Answer: B

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