(Substrate) is hydrolysed by (Enzyme). Explain why (Enzyme) catalyses only this reaction. (3 Marks)

Active site of (enzyme) has a specific active site, complementary to (substrate). Only that (substrate) can bind to this active site to form an enzyme substrate complex.  

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