Enzymes

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What are enzymes?

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Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in living organisms without being consumed in the process.

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What is the function of an enzyme?

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Enzymes speed up chemical reactions.

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What is a substrate?

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A substrate is the reactant molecule upon which an enzyme acts.

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What is an active site?

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The active site is the specific region of an enzyme where the substrate binds and the reaction occurs.

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What happens to enzymes at high temperatures?

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The shapes of the enzyme are altered, which can lead to denaturation and loss of function.

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What is denaturation in enzymes?

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

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Do enzymes have optimal conditions?

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Yes, every enzyme has an optimal temperature and pH at which it functions best.

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What are products in a chemical reaction?

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Products are the substances that are formed as a result of a chemical reaction.

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What is the role of enzymes in digestion?

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Enzymes help break down food into smaller molecules that can be absorbed by the body.

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Can enzymes be reused?

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Yes, enzymes can be reused multiple times as they are not consumed in the reactions they catalyze.