1.7 Enzyme action Flashcards
1
Q
What is activation energy?
A
The minimum amount of energy needed to activate the reaction.
2
Q
What type of proteins are enzymes?
A
Globular
3
Q
What is the specific region on the enzyme that is functional?
A
Active site
4
Q
What happens at the enzyme-substrate complex?
A
The substrate molecule is held within the active site by bonds that temporarily form between certain amino acids of the active site and groups on the substrate molecule.
