Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
Visual Structure
A
Glob with section carved out
2
Q
The “Oooooooooooo” that accelerates an argument into a fight
A
Catalyst
3
Q
Do enzymes change in the catalyst process?
A
No, they can be reused.
4
Q
Are enzymes specific to what they catalyze?
A
Extremely specific
5
Q
True/False?
Sugars end is -ose, and enzymes end in -ase.
A
True
6
Q
The reactant an enzyme acts on is know as………
A
substrate
7
Q
A restricted region on an enzyme molecule which binds to the substrate.
A
Active Site
8
Q
Factors that can affect enzyme activity
A
temperature and pH levels
9
Q
to break the enzyme
A
denature
10
Q
Substrates are usually…………..
A
monomers
11
Q
Which type of reaction often occurs spontaneously? Energy-absorbing or Energy-releasing
A
Energy Absorbing
12
Q
What is the function of enzymes in living things?
A
To catalyze chemical reactions
