Enzymes

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What is a substrate?

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A substrate is a substance on which an enzyme acts during a chemical reaction.

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What are enzymes classified as?

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Enzymes are classified as proteins.

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What is the primary function of an enzyme?

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The primary function of an enzyme is to speed up chemical reactions.

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What is an active site?

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The active site is the region on an enzyme where the substrate binds.

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What is a catalyst?

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A catalyst is a substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed in the process.

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What happens to enzymes after a reaction?

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Enzymes can be reused after a reaction, as they are not permanently altered.

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What is the relationship between enzymes and activation energy?

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Enzymes lower the activation energy required for a chemical reaction to occur.

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What is a product in a chemical reaction?

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A product is a substance that is formed as a result of a chemical reaction.

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How do temperature and pH affect enzyme activity?

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Temperature and pH can affect enzyme activity by altering the enzyme's shape and function.

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What is enzyme specificity?

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Enzyme specificity refers to the ability of an enzyme to choose exact substrates from a group of similar chemical molecules.