MidTerm 3 Vocab Flashcards
1
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Free Energy
A
The energy of a system that can be converted into work
2
Q
Exerganic
A
Reaction where energy is released.
3
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Endergonic
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Energy required ( non spontaneous )
4
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Catabolism
A
Reactions that split covalent bonds
5
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Anabolism
A
Building larger molecules from smaller molecules
6
Q
Activation Energy
A
Energy required to destabilize bonds in reactants
7
Q
Active Site
A
Region of the enzyme that interacts with substrate.
8
Q
Substrate
A
Reactant specific for a particular enzyme
9
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10
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Catalyst
A
Decreases EA activation energy, not consumed during a reaction
11
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Enzyme Activity
A
Rate at which an enzyme converts substrates into products
12
Q
Competitive Inhibitor
A
Attaches to the active site to block substrate from entering.
13
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