Enzymes are Globular Proteins Flashcards
What gives enzymes their specific shape?
Globular proteins have specific three-dimensional shape/tertiary structure. From primary structure (amino acid sequence) and secondary structure.
Where are the hydrophobic and hydrophilic R-groups in the enzymes?
Hydrophobic amino acid R-groups in centre of the ball, Hydrophilic R-groups on outside of the ball.
What do all enzymes have in common?
Globular proteins which are insoluble in water, act as catalysts, specific only involving one substrate, have an active site, affected by pH and temperature.
What do all enzymes have which are specific to them?
Each enzyme has a specific, individual active site shape, maintained by a tertiary structure.
What is metabolism driven by?
Enzymes.
Where is the name of an enzyme derived from?
Name of an enzyme derived from the substrate, and suffix –ase.
