Biomolecule and Enzymes Practice 2024

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What category of biomolecules do enzymes belong to?

Back

Enzymes belong to the category of proteins.

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What do starch molecules break down into when energy is needed?

Back

Starch molecules break down into monosaccharides.

Front

What is the active site of an enzyme?

Back

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

Front

Which two biomolecules are essential for building lean muscle and providing energy?

Back

Proteins and carbohydrates are essential for building lean muscle and providing energy.

Front

What happens to enzyme function when the temperature exceeds the optimal level?

Back

Enzyme function decreases after a certain optimal temperature.

Front

Define carbohydrates.

Back

Carbohydrates are biomolecules made of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, primarily serving as energy sources.

Front

What role do lipids play in the body?

Back

Lipids serve as long-term energy storage, insulation, and make up cell membranes.

Front

What are nucleic acids and their function?

Back

Nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, store and transmit genetic information.

Front

What is a substrate in the context of enzymes?

Back

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

Front

Explain the term 'enzyme specificity'.

Back

Enzyme specificity refers to the ability of an enzyme to select and catalyze a specific substrate.