EOC Review #1: Organic Molecules

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What is an enzyme?

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

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How does the shape of an enzyme affect its function?

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The shape of an enzyme determines the specific reaction it will catalyze.

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What is the optimal temperature for enzyme activity?

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The temperature at which an enzyme functions most efficiently, often around 25 °C for catalase.

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What happens to an enzyme at extreme pH levels?

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It can lose its original shape (denature) and may not work on any substrate.

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What is glycogen?

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A form of carbohydrate storage in animals.

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What is starch?

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A form of carbohydrate storage in plants.

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What is the difference between glycogen and starch?

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Glycogen is stored in animals, while starch is stored in plants.

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What happens to an enzyme after it has completed a reaction?

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The enzyme is reused.

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What is denaturation in enzymes?

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The process where an enzyme loses its shape and functionality due to extreme conditions.

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What factors can affect enzyme activity?

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Temperature, pH, and substrate concentration.