enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
definition of enzymes
A
enzymes are proteinaceous,
which work as biological catalysts,
that speed up chemical reactions,
by lowering activation energy,
while still remaining unchanged
2
Q
how do enzymes speed up their reaction?
A
by lowering activation energy
3
Q
why are enzymes required in small amounts?
A
it remains chemically unchanged so it is not destroyed during digestion
