enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
what is a biological catalyst
A
a catalyst found in an organism that speeds up the rate of reaction
2
Q
name of enzyme that breaks down starch into glucose
A
amylase
3
Q
where is amylase found
A
intestines, saliva
4
Q
name of enzyme that breaks protein into amino acids
A
protiase
5
Q
name of enzyme that breaks lipid molecule into glycerol and fatty acid
A
lipase
6
Q
name of enzyme that breaks hydrogen peroxide into oxygen and water
A
catalase
7
Q
what does it mean when an enzyme synthesises
A
building larger molecules from smaller molecules
8
Q
what is optimum temperature
A
the temperature at which the enzyme works best
