Enzyme immobilization is:

Conversion of active enzyme into inactive form

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Providing enzyme with protective covering

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Changing a soluble enzyme into an insoluble state

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Changing pH so that the enzyme does not function

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Solution

The correct option is B
Providing enzyme with protective covering

An immobilized enzyme is an enzyme attached to an inert, insoluble material - such as calcium alginate. This can provide increased resistance to changes in conditions such as pH or temperature. There are many advantages of immobilization, one of which is that the enzymes can be reused - catalyzing the same reaction many times.

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