Enzyme theory Flashcards
1
Q
The function of enzymes is to…
A
Catalyse reactions (speed up)
2
Q
What are enzymes?
A
Enzymes are proteins, meaning they are made up of chains of amino acids.
3
Q
True or false
The lock-and-key model of enzyme activity is more accurate than the induced fit model.
A
False
This is because scientists believe that the active site isn’t a perfect fit for the substrate like the lock-and-key model implies.
4
Q
What temperature do most human enzymes work best at?
A
37 Degrees Celsius
5
Q
What is denaturation?
A
When the structure or shape of an enzyme changes
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