Enzyme Flashcards
1
Q
What does an enzyme do?
A
Speeds up a reaction
2
Q
How do enzymes work?
A
A substrate is held in an active site, this increases the probability that a reaction will take place
3
Q
Describe the lock and key model.
A
Substrate is held in an active site.
Only a substrate with a specific shape can. Fit into the active site
Enzyme is unchanged at end of reaction
4
Q
Name 3 properties of enzymes
A
Enzymes are proteins
Enzymes speed up rate of chemical reaction
Enzymes work best at a particular temperature-the optimum temperature
5
Q
What is an enzyme?
A
A biological catalyst
