Enzymes

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What is a substance called if it speeds up a chemical reaction?

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Catalyst

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Enzymes are an example of which type of biomolecule?

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Protein

Front

What is the optimum pH of the enzyme if the graph indicates a peak at pH 6.6?

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6.6

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What happens to enzymes when they are heated to a high temperature?

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The shapes of the enzyme are altered (denatured).

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What is the optimal temperature for an enzyme if the graph shows maximum activity at 30°C?

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30°C

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What is the role of enzymes in biological reactions?

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Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions without being consumed.

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What is denaturation in the context of enzymes?

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Denaturation is the process where the enzyme's structure is altered, affecting its function.

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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 relationship between enzyme concentration and reaction rate?

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Increasing enzyme concentration generally increases the reaction rate, provided substrate is available.

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

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