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Adding more substrate to an ongoing enzyme reaction has no effect on its rate. What is this condition called?

Correct answer D. Saturation

Explanation

When all active sites are occupied, the enzyme is working at maximum velocity, so extra substrate cannot increase the rate. The enzyme is saturated.

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