Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
What is an enzyme ?
A
A biological catalyst found in tears which speeds up reaction using protein molecules
2
Q
What is the lock and key method ?
A
A substrate is thought to fit an enzymes active site . The enzyme is the lock and the reactant is the key
3
Q
The shape of an enzyme can change due to what two factors ?
A
Temperature and PH
4
Q
What factors effect how well enzymes function ?
A
Temperature PH Enzyme concentration Substrate concentration Pressure surface area
