The Site on an Enzyme Where the Reaction That Is

Question

The site on an enzyme where the reaction that is catalyzed by the enzyme occurs is the _____.
A) binding site
B) substrate site
C) allosteric site
D) regulatory site
E) active site

Accepted Answer

The active site of an enzyme is the region where the substrate binds and the chemical reaction is catalyzed. This site is specifically structured to fit the substrate and facilitate the reaction, distinguishing it from other sites on the enzyme that may serve regulatory or binding functions for other molecules.