Enzymes and Activation Energy Flashcards
1
Q
When do chemical reactions take place?
A
When particles collide with enough energy.
2
Q
What is activation energy?
A
The minimum amount of energy required.
3
Q
What do enzymes do to the amount of activation energy required?
A
They lower the amount needed.
4
Q
What do enzymes do?
A
They lower the amount of activation energy required, meaning the reaction can proceed at a greater rate.
