Enzymes terminology Flashcards
1
Q
The enzymes have an…
A
active site
2
Q
what fits into the active site
A
the substrate
3
Q
During the reaction between the enzyme and the substrate it is turned into a….
A
product
4
Q
What is it called when an enzyme loses shape?
A
denaturalisation
5
Q
Term used to describe when enzyme activity is at its highest
A
Optimum
6
Q
What is one of the main factors that can affect the enzymes activity
A
temperature
7
Q
an enzyme is a biological…
A
catalyst
