B4 Enzymes Flashcards
1
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Define enzyme
A
Proteins that function as biological catalysts
2
Q
How does temperature affect enzymes?
A
After reaching their optimum, they will denature under higher temperatures.
3
Q
How does PH affect enzymes
A
Any PH higher or lower than the optimum will denature the enzyme
4
Q
Describe enzyme action
A
The enzyme and the substrate have a complementary shape that fits into each other.
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