Match each of these terms with the correct description:
-A substrate changes the shape of an enzyme and that activates it.
A)induced fit
B)proximity effect
C)covalent catalysis
D)diffusion-controlled reaction
E)acid-base catalysis

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This describes induced fit, where the substrate changes the shape of the enzyme and activates it.

Answer: C 
 This describes covalent catalysis, where a temporary covalent bond is formed between the enzyme and substrate to facilitate the reaction.

Answer: E 
 This describes acid-base catalysis, where a molecule other than water donates or accepts a proton to facilitate the reaction.

The descriptions for B and D do not match any of the given choices.

Match Each of These Terms with the Correct Description