Unit 2: Control Of Metabolic Pathways Flashcards
1
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Active Site
A
Region on an enzyme molecule where the substrate binds.
2
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Competitive Inhibition
A
The slowing of reaction rate due to the presence of a substance resembling the substrate.
3
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Feedback Inhibition
A
Enzyme inhibition caused by the presence of an end product of a metabolic pathway acting as an inhibitor of the pathway.
4
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Induced Fit
A
Change to an enzymes active site brought about by its substrate.
5
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Non-competitive Inhibition
A
Enzyme inhibition by a substance that permanently alters the active site of an enzyme.
6
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Product
A
Substance resulting from an enzyme-catalysed reaction.
7
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Substrate
A
Substance on which an enzyme acts.
8
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Activation Energy
A
Input of energy required to start a chemical reaction.
