1.11 Rate calculations for enzyme activity Flashcards
1
Q
Why are rate calculations important?
A
It is important to determine how fast an enzyme is working (rate of reaction)
2
Q
How do you calculate the rate?
A
rate = change / time
3
Q
What does rate refer to?
A
Rate of reaction (how fast an enzyme is working)
4
Q
What does change refer to?
A
Change in substance being measured
5
Q
What does time refer to?
A
Time taken for the change to occur