The transition state is an important intermediate that can influence the rate of an exergonic reaction.

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Q14. The transition state is an important intermediate that can influence the rate of an exergonic reaction.

Which of the following statements about the transition state is correct?

A. At the transition state reacting molecules are the most stable.

B. The more molecules that can reach the transition state the faster the reaction will be.

C. The transition state increases in the presence of an enzyme.

D. If the transition state is high enough the reaction can move from being exergonic to being endergonic.

 
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