Enzymes Flashcards

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What is an enzyme?

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A biological catalyst that speeds up the rate of reaction by providing an alternate path with a lower activation energy?

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Can enzymes be reused in a chemical reaction?

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Yes, when an enzyme speeds up the rate of reaction it is not consumed itself and can be reused.

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