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Which molecule(s) can bind to the active site of the enzyme Rubisco?

Correct answer D. All of these

Explanation

Rubisco evolved to fix carbon dioxide, but its active site also accepts oxygen, which leads to photorespiration, and water takes part in the reaction at the site, so all the listed molecules can interact with it.

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