Enzymes

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What is the term for the fact that each enzyme only has one substrate that fits its active site?

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Specific

Front

Which statement is NOT true about enzymes?

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Enzymes can only be used once in a chemical reaction.

Front

What three letters do enzymes typically end with?

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-ase

Front

True or False: Every enzyme has an optimal temperature and pH.

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True

Front

At what temperature does the enzyme work best if the options are 15 C, 40 C, 30 C, and 47 C?

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30 C

Front

What is an enzyme?

Back

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

Front

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

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The active site is the region where the substrate binds and the reaction occurs.

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What happens to enzymes at high temperatures?

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They can denature, changing their shape and function.

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What is denaturation in the context of enzymes?

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Denaturation is the process where an enzyme loses its structure and function due to external factors like temperature or pH.

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What is a substrate?

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The substance on which an enzyme acts.