Biotechnology 2 Flashcards
1
Q
What temperature do human enzymes work best at?
A
37 degrees, if it is colder then the enzymes will work slower.
2
Q
What happens if it is hotter than 37 degrees?
A
The enzyme will work slower and then stop working completely.
3
Q
What happens if it is hotter than 50 degrees?
A
The proteins change shape and are said to be denatured and will no longer work.
4
Q
What is the word equation for the degradation of starch?
A
Starch ———-> maltose
amylase
