Enzymes - 2021 Q4 Flashcards
1
Q
What is represented by each of the labels A and B
A
A: substrate
B: enzyme-substrate complex
2
Q
Which theory of enzyme action is illustrated by the diagram?
A
Induced fit theory
3
Q
What type of metabolic reaction is illustrated?
A
Catabolic
4
Q
Justify your answer
A
One large molecule broke down into two smaller molecules
5
Q
What is meant by specificity in relation to enzymes?
A
The active site of an enzyme is complementary in shape to only one substrate; therefore, it can only form a complex with that particular substrate and catalyse only that reaction.
6
Q
Identify the cell organelle where enzymes are produced
A
Ribosomes
