Proteins & Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
Define the term denatured
A
Denature is what happens to an enzyme at high temperatures
2
Q
Explain how the active site of an enzyme relates to specificity of an enzyme
A
The shape of the active site is what makes enzymes specific
3
Q
Give examples of enzymes and their substrates
A
Pepsin and protein
Amylase and starch
Catalase and hydrogen peroxide
4
Q
What causes an enzyme to denature
A
High temperatures or PH
5
Q
Define the term optimum
A
Optimum is when something reaches the highest point it can go
6
Q
What arises from the sequence of amino acids
A
A variety of protein shapes and functions
