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What is an enzyme?

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A biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions in living organisms without being consumed in the process.

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Why are enzymes reusable?

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Enzymes are not changed by the reactions they catalyze, allowing them to be used multiple times.

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What is the role of substrates in enzyme reactions?

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Substrates are the reactants that enzymes act upon, transforming them into products.

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What is the function of proteins in the cell membrane?

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Proteins in the cell membrane facilitate transport, communication, and structural support.

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What sugar is primarily found in plant cell walls?

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Cellulose is the main sugar that provides structure to plant cell walls.

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What is the main function of a cell wall?

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To provide structural support and protection to the plant cell.

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What is the difference between a substrate and a product in an enzyme-catalyzed reaction?

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The substrate is the starting material that undergoes a chemical change, while the product is the result of that change.

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How do enzymes lower activation energy?

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Enzymes provide an alternative reaction pathway with a lower activation energy, making it easier for the reaction to occur.

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What is the significance of enzyme specificity?

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Enzyme specificity ensures that enzymes only catalyze specific reactions, preventing unwanted side reactions.

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What factors can affect enzyme activity?

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Temperature, pH, substrate concentration, and the presence of inhibitors or activators can all affect enzyme activity.