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In the allosteric inhibition, the inhibitor
Option: 1
Competes for allosteric site

Option: 2
Competes for active active site

Option: 3
Bind to allosteric site without competing

Option: 4
Has no effect on inhibition

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Non-Competitive Inhibition:

Some enzymes have permanent allosteric sites that can bind the inhibitor.
As the inhibitor does not compete for the active site, it is called non-competitive inhibition.
It is also called the allosteric inhibition.
An example of a use for a noncompetitive inhibitor is in the use of cyanide as a poison (prevents aerobic respiration)

Some enzymes have permanent allosteric sites that can bind the inhibitor. As the inhibitor does not compete for the active site, it is called non-competitive inhibition. It is also called the allosteric inhibition

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