Carbohydrates, Lipids, Proteins And Enzymes Flashcards
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What happens to a protein molecule if heated?
A
It changes shape and is denatured
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What is a complex carbohydrate?
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A long chain of simple sugar units bonded together
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Name the area of a protein where other molecules can fit
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Active site
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What is meant by the term ‘denatured’?
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The active site changes shape
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What is meant by the term ‘digestion’?
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The breakdown of large insoluble molecules into smaller soluble ones
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Q
Which enzyme is used to convert glucose into fructose?
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Isomerase
