AP Bio Enzymes

AP Bio Enzymes

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Biology, Science

10th - 12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

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

Back

Catalyst

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where do substrates bind on an enzyme?

Back

Active site

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the term for the amount of energy needed for a reaction to occur?

Back

Activation energy

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the role of a competitive inhibitor in enzyme activity?

Back

It blocks the enzyme's active site, preventing substrate binding.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

At what temperature do enzymes generally function best?

Back

Enzymes function best at a specific temperature, often around 37 degrees Celsius for human enzymes.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the effect of temperature on enzyme activity?

Back

Increased temperature generally increases enzyme activity up to a certain point, after which the enzyme may denature.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is denaturation in the context of enzymes?

Back

Denaturation is the process where an enzyme loses its functional shape due to extreme conditions, such as high temperature or pH.

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