When the k_cat / K_M ratio is at its upper limit, it is referred to as A) Circe limits. B) Michaelis rate. C) kinetic perfection. D) All of the answers are correct. E) None of the answers is correct.

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The k_cat / K_M ratio at its upper limit indicates an enzyme operating at kinetic perfection, where the reaction rate is only limited by the rate of substrate diffusion.

When the Kcat / KM Ratio Is at Its Upper

When the K_cat / K_M Ratio Is at Its Upper