Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
Enzyme Definition
A
Enzymes are biological catalysts which speed up the reaction.
2
Q
Enzymes have a specific shape to do specific reaction this is shown through what diagram?
A
The lock and key method
3
Q
What are the 2 factors which affect the enzyme activity?
A
pH and temperature
4
Q
What is it called when the enzyme is the most active?
A
The optimum temperature/pH
5
Q
Why are starch, proteins and fats broken down into smaller molecules?
A
To pass through the walls of the digestive system
6
Q
What are carbohydrases, proteases and lipases?
A
Type of enzymes which break down down carbohydrates, proteins and lipids.
7
Q
Carbohydrases convert carbohydrates into…
A
…simple sugars
8
Q
Proteases convert Proteins into
A
…Amino acids
9
Q
Lipases convert Lipids into…
A
…Glycerol and Fatty Acids
