Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
What does a catalyst do?
A
Speed up the rate of reaction
2
Q
What happens if the temperature is too hot?
A
Enzymes denature/ get damaged
3
Q
What are enzymes made from?
A
Amino acids
4
Q
What happens in the lock and key theory when the enzyme denatures?
A
Don’t fit into the active site so the reaction won’t be catalysed
5
Q
What is often the optimal ph of Enzymes?
A
PH 7
