Proteins and Enzymes

Proteins and Enzymes

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Biology

9th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the primary function of proteins in the body?

Back

Proteins serve various functions including structure, transport, and catalyzing reactions, but they do NOT store genetic information.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

Back

Enzymes speed up biochemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required for the reaction to occur.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are amino acids?

Back

Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, essential for various bodily functions.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do enzymes affect the speed of reactions?

Back

Enzymes make reactions go faster and use less energy.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What nutrient is primarily used to build and repair muscle?

Back

Protein is primarily used to build and repair muscle.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the relationship between enzymes and activation energy?

Back

Enzymes lower the activation energy needed for a reaction, allowing it to proceed more quickly.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can proteins store genetic information?

Back

No, proteins do not store genetic information; that function is performed by nucleic acids like DNA.

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