MDCAT Biology MCQ #3283

During the formation of the enzyme-substrate complex, the substrate undergoes a high-energy, unstable state before becoming products. This is the:

MDCAT Biology MCQ #3283

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During the formation of the enzyme-substrate complex, the substrate undergoes a high-energy, unstable state before becoming products. This is the:

    • A) Transition state
    • B) Ground state
    • C) Product state
    • D) Equilibrium state

    Answer: Transition state

    Explanation: The transition state is the unstable mid-point of a reaction; the product state represents the final stable molecules after catalysis completes.