Enzymes Flashcards
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What is the enzyme ‘lock and key’ theory
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If the enzyme fits, there is more room for diffusion
2
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a graph of enzyme activity rises up but sharply falls as the temperature reaches 60º. Explain why
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The activity rises because the enzyme is nearing it’s optimal temperature, but sharply decreases because the enzyme is denatured by the heat.
3
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Define an enzyme
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An enzyme’s is a biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions while not being used up itself
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