Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
What is an enzyme
A
Biological catalyst
2
Q
What is a biological catalyst ?
A
Something which speeds up the chemical reaction inside of a cell.
Enzymes are a type of protein made from aa
3
Q
What is the mechanism of enzyme action?
A
Are specific
Correct shape fit enzyme
Lock and key model
4
Q
How does temp affect an enzyme?
A
At low the reaction is slow.
5
Q
Enzyme and pH
A
Neutral conditions
Making more acidic or alkaline will slow down
Denature
6
Q
Role of amylase
A
Starch = sugars
In salivary gland , Pancras and small intestine .
7
Q
Protease reaction
A
Proteins to amino acids
Stomach pancreas and small I
8
Q
Lipase reactions
A
Lipids = fatty acids
Pancreas and small intestine
