Enzymes

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The part of the enzyme that the substrate bonds to is called the _____

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active site

Front

What is the name for the mechanism of enzyme activity?

Back

Lock and key

Front

What 3 letters do enzymes typically end in?

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-ase

Front

What is structure A?

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Substrate

Front

Which of the following conclusions can be drawn from this graph? The optimum pH of the enzyme is _____

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6.6

Front

What is an enzyme?

Back

A biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions in living organisms.

Front

What is the role of the active site in an enzyme?

Back

It is the region where the substrate binds and the reaction occurs.

Front

What factors can affect enzyme activity?

Back

Temperature, pH, substrate concentration, and enzyme concentration.

Front

What happens to an enzyme when it denatures?

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It loses its shape and functionality due to extreme conditions.

Front

What is the difference between competitive and non-competitive inhibitors?

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Competitive inhibitors bind to the active site, while non-competitive inhibitors bind to another part of the enzyme.