enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
biological catalyst
A
something that speeds up a reaction
2
Q
enzyme
A
biological catalysts
3
Q
what is the active site
A
where the substrate fits into the enzyme to react
4
Q
explain how the temperature effects the rate of reaction with enzymes
A
as the temperature increases, the kinetic energy increases. this means that the amount of collisions between the enzymes and substrate meaning the rate of reaction increases. however if the temperature goes over optimum (36 - 40) the enzyme denatures
5
Q
explain how the pH levels effect the enzyme
A
if the pH level is not correct, the enzymes will denature
