3)* Enzymes function best at their optimum temperature. Which statement describes the effect on an enzyme of increasing the temperature to the enzyme's optimum temperature? A There are more frequent successful collisions. B The kinetic energy of the enzymes decreases. C The enzymes begin to lose their complementary shape. D The rate at which enzyme substrate complexes form is reduced.
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