Correct option is A
Q10 Temperature Coefficient:
· The Q10 coefficient measures the rate of change in biological or chemical processes due to a 10°C increase in temperature.
· For most biological processes, the Q10 value is approximately
2, meaning the rate doubles for every 10°C rise in temperature.
Impact on Enzymatic Reactions:
· Enzymatic activity increases with temperature as molecules collide more frequently, accelerating reactions.
· Beyond a certain point, enzymes denature, causing the rate to decline.
Information Booster: 1. Q10 Formula:
· R1 and R2: Reaction rates at temperatures T1 and T2.
2. Typical Q10 Ranges:
· Biological processes: 2-3.
· Chemical reactions: Higher values depending on the reaction.
3. Applications:
· Studying metabolic rates in organisms.
· Predicting the effects of global warming on ecosystems