Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
Enzyme
A
A biological catalyst, meaning speeds up rate of reaction without being used up.
2
Q
Amylase… made in…
A
the salivary gland, small intestine and pancreas.
3
Q
Amylase role
A
Breaks down starch into glucose.
4
Q
Protease role
A
Breaks down proteins into amino acids.
5
Q
Protease… made in…
A
Stomach, Small intestine, Pancreas
6
Q
Lipase role
A
Breaks down lipids into fatty acids and glycerol.
7
Q
Lipase… made in…
A
Small intestine, Pancreas
8
Q
Rate of enzyme activity at low temp…
A
Activity is low, Enzyme DOES NOT denature.
Due to enzymes having little kinetic energy.
9
Q
Enzyme optimum temperature
A
37 c
10
Q
Rate of enzyme activity at high temp…
A
- Enzyme denatures
- Meaning enzymes active site has changed shape
11
Q
What happens to enzyme when PH is too high or low?
A
It denatures
12
Q
Most enzymes optimum PH is …
A
7
