Biology: Life on Earth with Physiology Plus Mastering Biology with Pearson eText -- Access Card Package (11th Edition)
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ISBN: 9780133910605
Author: Gerald Audesirk, Teresa Audesirk, Bruce E. Byers
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 32, Problem 1MC
Which of the following statements is False?
a. Overheating to 108˚F is likely to disrupt covalent bonds in enzymes.
b. Overly acidic conditions can disrupt protein structure.
c. Low body temperature will reduce the rate at which enzymes catalyze reactions.
d. Considerable
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