Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
What is an enzyme
A
A protein that acts as a catalyst for a chemical reaction
2
Q
What is an active site
A
The place where substrates bind to undergo a reaction
3
Q
What is the lock and key theory
A
The idea that only the correct shape substrate can fit into the active site
4
Q
What is the optimum amount
A
The amount at which the enzyme will work most efficiently
5
Q
What is denaturing
A
When the enzyme changes shape and can no longer be used
6
Q
What effect reaction speed
A
Temperature, the number of substrates and Ph
7
Q
What comes out of the active site after a reaction has taken place
A
A product
