G. Factors That Affect Enzymes Flashcards
0
Q
pH does what to enzymes
A
Denatures them if too high or low
1
Q
What are the five factors that affect enzyme activity
A
pH
Temperature
Cofactors
Coenzyme
Inhibitors
2
Q
Temperature does what to enzymes
A
Denatures in high temps
Slows down enzymes in cold temps
3
Q
Cofactors
A
Small inorganic metal ion
Ex. Fe^+2, Mg^+2, micronutrients
4
Q
Coenzyme
A
Small; organic; non protein
Ex. Vitamins (organic growth factors), NAD, FAD
5
Q
Inhibitors
A
Slow enzyme activity down
6
Q
Noncompetitive inhibitors
A
Attaches to non active site
Denatures enzyme
7
Q
Competitive inhibitors
A
Block substrates from entering the active site
