The (lower,higher)the value of Km,the (less,more)tightly the enzyme is bound to the substrate.
A)lower,less
B)lower,more
C)higher,less
D)higher,more
E)B and C.

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Km is a measure of the substrate concentration at which the reaction rate is half of its maximum value. A lower Km indicates a higher affinity of the enzyme for the substrate, meaning the enzyme binds more tightly to the substrate. Conversely, a higher Km indicates a lower affinity, meaning the enzyme binds less tightly.

The (Lower,higher)the Value of Km,the (Less,more)tightly the Enzyme Is Bound