Proteins and Enzymes

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The molecule that binds to the enzyme is called...

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Substrate

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What is created or produced in a chemical reaction is known as...

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Product

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The building block (monomer) of proteins is...

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Amino Acids

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What is the optimal temperature for enzyme activity based on the graph?

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30 C

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This is one job proteins do NOT have in the body:

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Storing genetic information

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What are enzymes?

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Biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What is the role of amino acids in proteins?

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They are the building blocks that link together to form proteins.

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What is an enzyme-substrate complex?

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A temporary complex formed when an enzyme binds to its substrate.

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What factors can affect enzyme activity?

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Temperature, pH, and substrate concentration.

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What is denaturation in relation to enzymes?

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