7.2 Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
Define enzyme
A
2
Q
Define substrate
A
substance used by enzyme to perform a reaction
3
Q
Define active site
A
Spot that bonds with specific substrates, on an enzyme
4
Q
Define activation energy
A
The minimum energy needed to perform a reaction
5
Q
What are the 4 enzyme properties?
A
- Reaction specific
- Not consumed in reaction
- Made of proteins (sometimes RNA)
- Affected by cellular conditions
6
Q
What is the peak of a temperature graph?
A
37 degrees Celcius
