SOL Review - Bio.2 Biochemistry

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What is an enzyme?

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A protein that acts as a catalyst to speed up chemical reactions in biological systems.

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What is the role of substrates in enzyme activity?

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Substrates are the reactants that enzymes act upon to facilitate a chemical reaction.

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What determines the specificity of an enzyme?

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The shape of the enzyme, which allows it to fit only specific substrates.

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What is the monomer of a protein?

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An amino acid.

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What is the optimal temperature for enzyme activity?

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The temperature at which an enzyme functions most efficiently, often around 30°C for many enzymes.

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What is a catalyst?

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A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

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What happens to enzymes at high temperatures?

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Enzymes can denature, losing their shape and functionality.

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What is the function of enzymes in biological systems?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to drive chemical reactions forward.

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What is the relationship between enzyme structure and function?

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The specific structure of an enzyme determines its function and the substrates it can bind.

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What is denaturation in the context of enzymes?

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The process by which an enzyme loses its three-dimensional structure, rendering it inactive.