proteins Flashcards
1
Q
what is degradation?
A
one large substrate broken down into smaller products
2
Q
what is synthesis?
A
two or more small substrates built up into one large product
3
Q
true of false - enzymes are specific to one substrate
A
true
4
Q
what is a factor that can effect enzymes
A
temperature or PH
5
Q
what is one function of proteins
A
hormones, haemoglobin, antibodies, receptors, structure proteins or enzymes
6
Q
where in an enzyme does the substrate bind
A
in the active site
7
Q
what is optimum?
A
conditions where enzyme activity is highest
8
Q
what is denatured?
A
when active site changed shape/substrate no longer binds
