Competitive inhibitors Flashcards
1
Q
1.
A
-similar shape to substrate molecule
2
Q
2.
A
-bind to active site
3
Q
3.
A
-block active site so substrate cannot enter
4
Q
4.
A
-adding more substrate decreases inhibitor effect
5
Q
Irreversible
A
- some are irreversible so remain permanently bonded
- adding more substrate has no effect