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 primary function of enzymes?

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The primary function of enzymes is to lower the activation energy required for a chemical reaction to occur.

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Are enzymes reusable?

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Yes, enzymes are reusable and can catalyze multiple reactions without being consumed.

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What type of macromolecule are enzymes primarily made of?

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Enzymes are primarily made of proteins.

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What does it mean for an enzyme to be specific?

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Enzyme specificity means that each enzyme only catalyzes a specific reaction or acts on a specific substrate.

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What happens to enzyme activity at high temperatures?

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At high temperatures, enzyme activity may decrease due to denaturation, which alters the enzyme's structure.

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What is the optimal temperature for most human enzymes?

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The optimal temperature for most human enzymes is around 37 degrees Celsius (98.6 degrees Fahrenheit).

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What is enzyme denaturation?

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Enzyme denaturation is the process where an enzyme loses its functional shape due to factors like extreme temperature or pH, rendering it inactive.

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What role do enzymes play in digestion?

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

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What is a substrate in relation to enzymes?

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A substrate is the specific reactant that an enzyme acts upon during a chemical reaction.