Proteins and enzymes Flashcards
Which molecule are proteins made up of?
Amino Acids
What happens to the long chains formed of amino acids?
they fold into a specific shape
what do proteins act as?
structural components of tissues, muscles, antibodies and catalysts
what do catalysts do?
they increase the rate of chemicles reactions
what are biological catalysts?
enzymes
which type of molecule are enzymes made of
proteins
what property of enzymes is vital for its function
the shape of the enzyme molecule
what do high temperatures do to an enzyme
denature the enzyme, change the shape of the active site.
what are the factors that are needed for the enzyme to function correctly
pH and Temperature
what does denature mean when an enzyme is “denatured”
the active site of the enzyme is changed shape
which 2 enzymes are present in biological washing detergents
proteases and lipases
how does the use of enzymes in detergents help them perform better.
they can perform better at lower temperatures, high temperatures will denature the enzymes.
how are proteases used in industry.
to pre-digest baby foods (making it easier for babies to eat it)
how is isomerase used in industry.
to convert glucose syrup into fructose syrup, which is much sweeter, this can be used in smaller portions or in diet foods.
