Why do our cells need enzymes?

A) Enzymes are important sources of nutrients.
B) Enzymes are important inorganic compounds used by cells.
C) Enzymes provide the activation energy of a reaction so it can occur.
D) Enzymes lower the activation energy of a reaction so it can occur.
E) Enzymes increase the activation energy of a reaction so it can occur.


Answer: D

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