Enzymes

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What do enzymes typically end with?

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-ase

Front

What term describes when an enzyme loses its shape and can no longer function?

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Denature

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What is the term for the region on an enzyme where the substrate binds?

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Active site

Front

What is any substance that is acted upon by an enzyme called?

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Substrate

Front

What are the substances produced as a result of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction called?

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Products

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

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To speed up the reactions by lowering the activation energy.

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What factors can affect enzyme activity?

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Temperature, pH, substrate concentration, and enzyme concentration.

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What is the effect of temperature on enzyme activity?

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Enzymes typically have an optimal temperature range; too high or too low can denature the enzyme.

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What is the effect of pH on enzyme activity?

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Each enzyme has an optimal pH range; deviations can lead to denaturation.

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What is an enzyme inhibitor?

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A substance that decreases enzyme activity by binding to the enzyme.