Enzymes Flashcards
Are all proteins enzymes? Explain.
Not all proteins are enzymes but all enzymes are proteins.
What does substrate specific mean? Give an example.
Characteristics of enzymes to selectively bind a particular substrate to a group of closely related substrates.
Why are enzymes important to a cell staying alive?
Enzymes are a crucial part of survival for cells because they play fundamental roles in a few biochemical reactions necessary for life.
How do enzymes work as catalysts in chemical reactions?
Enzymes have the ability to work as catalysts in chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required for the reaction to occur.
How do enzymes affect activation energy?
They affect activation energy through creating a special path and environment to make the chemical reaction easier to happen.
