73 WJEC Biology AS Level - Marianne Izen - 2nd Edition (1.4 Enzymes And Biological Reactions)

Question 1

What features of metabolism are made possible by the action of enzymes?

Answer 1

1. Metabolic reactions take place quickly
2. Thousands of these reactions take place simultaneously. 3. These reactions happen with order and control and do not interfere with each other.

Question 2

What has the understanding of enzymes led to?

Answer 2

The understanding of enzymes has led to their extensive use in industry.