Cell Structure N4 Flashcards
What breaks down glucose?
Lactase
What is lactase?
An enzyme
Can cat’s enzymes break down milk?
No
What is the condition called when your body’s enzymes cannot break things down?
Lactose Intolerant
Whats the difference between bio and non bio detergent?
Bio contains enzymes and non bio does not
State some pros of bio detergent?
Wash at lower temperature, takes out stains better
State some pros of non bio detergent
No enzymes, better for environment, softer on skin
State some cons of bio detergent
Can cause irritation, not very environmentally friendly
State some cons of non bio detergent
Doesn’t clean as well, have to wash at a higher temperature
What is rennet?
An organism used in cheese making
How many gallons of milk produces 10 pounds of cheese?
8 gallons
When does Swiss cheese get holes in it?
The ripening process
What is an enzyme?
proteins that help speed up metabolism, or the chemical reactions in our bodies
What is a catalyst?
A substance that speeds up the rate of a reaction
What is a substrate?
The specific substance that an enzyme reacts with
