Which of the following best describes the role of enzymes in chemical reactions?
Enzymes increase the temperature required for a chemical reaction to occur
Enzymes lower the activation energy required for a chemical reaction to occur
Enzymes change the stoichiometry of a chemical reaction
Enzymes inhibit the formation of products in a chemical reaction
Enzymes work by lowering the activation energy needed for a chemical reaction to occur. This allows reactions to occur more efficiently and at a faster rate. Enzymes do not increase the temperature required for a reaction, change the stoichiometry of a reaction, or inhibit the formation of products.