Enzymes (Exam 2) Flashcards
1
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Define an enzyme. Include what an enzyme is and what it does.
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Are catalysts that accelerate normal chemical activities
2
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What is meant by the term catalyzed reaction?
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Chemical reactions in the body require enzymes
3
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What does the usage of an enzyme do the activation energy required in a chemical reaction?
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4
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Describe the two basic types of chemical reactions in the body. Explain the role of the enzyme and how it works
in order to facilitate these reactions.
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5
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Describe the affects of changes in temperature and pH of enzyme activity.
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6
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Describe the term saturation as it pertains to enzymes.
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7
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Define the term allosteric site and describe how this site is used within an enzyme.
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