A Levels Biology (9700)•9700/11/O/N/24

Explanation
Le Chatelier's Principle on Equilibrium Shift
Steps:
- Identify the reaction involving pyrophosphate, typically a product in biochemical processes like polymerization.
- Apply Le Chatelier's principle: increasing product concentration shifts equilibrium toward reactants.
- Determine graph type: likely concentration vs. time, showing decreased forward reaction rate or product buildup reversal.
- Match to option showing equilibrium shift left, reducing net product formation.
Why C is correct:
- Graph C depicts decreased forward rate and increased reverse rate per Le Chatelier's principle, as [PPi] rise opposes product accumulation.
Why the others are wrong:
- A shows no change, ignoring concentration effect on equilibrium.
- B indicates increased forward rate, contradicting product inhibition.
- D displays complete reaction halt, overstating inhibition without reversal.
Not enough information on exact graph details, but C fits standard depiction.
Final answer: C
Topic: Factors that affect enzyme action
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