Organic Compouds and Enzymes Review

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What are enzymes made of?

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Enzymes are made by joining together amino acids.

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What is the building block of nucleic acids?

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The building block of nucleic acids is a nucleotide.

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What does an enzyme specifically fit with?

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Enzymes only fit with one specific substrate.

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What happens when an enzyme is denatured?

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The result of enzyme denaturation is a loss of function.

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What is dehydration synthesis?

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Dehydration synthesis is the process of joining molecules by removing water.

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What are the main types of organic compounds?

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The main types of organic compounds are carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids.

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What role do enzymes play in chemical reactions?

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

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What is a substrate in the context of enzymes?

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A substrate is the specific reactant that an enzyme acts upon.

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What is the effect of temperature on enzyme activity?

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Temperature can affect enzyme activity; too high or too low temperatures can denature enzymes.

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What is the function of nucleotides in nucleic acids?

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Nucleotides serve as the building blocks of nucleic acids, encoding genetic information.