Which of the following is true?
A) The E-S complex often dissociates with no reaction taking place.
B) The E-S complex must form before a reaction can take place
C) Once the E-S complex forms, it can go on to form product or dissociate to E + S
D) All of these are correct

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All the statements are true regarding enzyme-substrate (E-S) complexes. A) The E-S complex can indeed dissociate without a reaction taking place, as not all interactions between an enzyme and its substrate result in a catalytic event. B) The formation of the E-S complex is a prerequisite for enzymatic catalysis, serving as the initial step in the reaction pathway. C) After the E-S complex forms, it can either proceed to form the product (via the transition state) or dissociate back into the enzyme and substrate, reflecting the dynamic nature of enzyme-catalyzed reactions.

Which of the Following Is True