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Lock Key Shape Enzyme Specific Describe Hypothesis Action

Front Describe the lock and key hypothesis of enzyme action.
Back Lock and key hypothesis:
  • Enzymatic action works the same way a specific key will fit into a specific lock
  • The shape of the active site is exactly complementary to the shape of the substrate
  • Enzyme does not change shape

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