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Which of the following characteristics best applies to the allosteric effector?
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It binds to a site other than the catalytic site.
💡 Explanation:
Allosteric enzyme, upon binding an effector, changes its shape, which in turn changes its affinity towards its product. The effector never binds with the catalytic site of the enzyme.