Question

What type of forces are involved in binding of substrate to the active site of enzyme?

Answer 1

During the catalytic action of an enzyme, enzyme holds the substrate for a chemical reaction. Active sites of enzymes hold the substrate molecule in a suitable position so that it can be attacked by the reagent effectively. Substrate bind to the active site of the enzyme through a variety of interactions. These forces are van der Waal, interactions, ionic bonding, hydrogen bonding or dipole-dipole interaction.