1.4 The protein nature of enzymes

Question 1

what structure of proteins are enzumes

Answer 1

tertiary
they are folded into a globular shape

Question 2

name the 4 types of bonding that enzymes have

Answer 2

• peptide
• hydrogen
• disulphide bridges
• ionic bonds

Question 3

what are the functions of enzymes:

Answer 3

• catalysing metabolic reactions of cells (respiration, photosynthesis, digestion)
• act as motors (membrane pump + receptor)