Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
What is the specific shaped area in an enzyme called?
A
Active site
2
Q
What is the item that combines with this called?
A
The substrate
3
Q
What happens when an enzyme forms?
A
Induced fit which is when enzyme changes shape
4
Q
What can the enzyme do?
A
Either build up or break down substrate which is called a product
5
Q
what does an enzyme do ?
A
Speed up reactions
6
Q
do enzymes have an idea ph and what happens because of this?
A
yes, it becomes denatured
