What is it called when an enzyme is blocked at its active site so the
normal substrate can't bind?
a. Competitive Inhibition
b. Feedback Inhibition
c. Noncompetitive Inhibition
d. Pathway Modulation

1 Answer

Answer :

a. Competitive Inhibition

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