| 1. | nucleic acids | 2. | carbohydrates |
| 3. | lipids | 4. | metal ions |
| 1. | It increases the activation energy required for the reaction. |
| 2. | It is a temporary association that lowers the activation energy of the reaction. |
| 3. | It is formed permanently during the reaction. |
| 4. | It is formed only in catabolic reactions. |
In the absence of carbonic anhydrase in the human body, the reaction between carbon dioxide and water leading to the formation of carbonic acid:
1. Will not occur
2. Will slow down considerably
3. Will get faster
4. Will remain unaltered