Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
what is an enzyme?
A
A biological catalyst
2
Q
What factors affect enzymes?
A
Temperature, PH and concentration
3
Q
What is the optimum for an enzyme?
A
The optimum is the temperature/PH/ concentration the enzyme works the best
4
Q
What is the enzymes structure called and why is it called this?
A
what- ‘The lock and key mechanism’
why- Only certain substrates can fit in the enzymes structure/active site.
5
Q
How do you calculate the rate of reaction with enzymes?
A
rate= 1000divided by the time.
6
Q
What are the main substances that enzymes break down in your body?
A
Carbohydrates, Proteins and Lipids
