Proteins And Enzymes

Question 1

What are enzymes?

Answer 1

Biological catalysts

Question 2

What is the function of receptors?

Answer 2

Allow cells to recognise specific substances

Question 3

Examples of receptors?

Answer 3

Liver cells have receptors for insulin

Question 4

What is the function of antibodies?

Answer 4

They provide specific defence against body invaders such as certain bacteria and viruses

Question 5

Examples of antibodies?

Answer 5

Immunoglobulins give specific defence against invading influenza viruses

Question 6

What is the function of hormones?

Answer 6

To carry specific messages in the bloodstream of living organisms

Question 7

Examples for hormones

Answer 7

Insulin signals to the mammal liver to store excess glucose

Question 8

What is the function of enzymes?

Answer 8

To act as a biological catalyst to speed up chemical reactions

Question 9

Example for enzymes?

Answer 9

Amylase speeds up the breakdown of starch molecules in animal digestive systems

Question 10

What is the function of structural units?

Answer 10

The give strength and support to cellular structures

Question 11

Example for structural units?

Answer 11

Membrane proteins give membranes their shape and strength