Proteins-their functions and uses Flashcards
What have functions, both inside, and outside of cells?
Proteins.
Proteins, as enzymes, are used widely in what industry?
Home goods.
Protein molecules are made up of
long chains of amino acids.
What happens to the amino acids in order for molecules to fit into specific proteins?
They’re folded to shape.
what can ezymes also be used for(in chemical reactions)
Biological catalysts.
Four things proteins can act as
Structures of tissues such as muscle.
Hormones.
Antibodies.
Catalysts.
Catalysts………the rate of reaction.
Increase.
enzymes are also called
proteins.
biological catalysts are called……..and they enable the vast majority of………….in cells
enzymes.
chemical reactions.
what factor is vital for the enyme’s function?
The shape.
Explain what they ‘lock and key mechanism’ is
That molecules being processed must fit well into the right shaped enzyme protein molecule, otherwise it won’t be changed into the product molecule.
What is likely to change the shape of an enzyme?
Temperature.
What is it called when enzymes change shape from their original state?
Denatured.
optimum temperature for enzymes in the human body
37 degrees Celsius.
Where is the enzyme’s ‘active site’?
The area where the substrate molecule slots into the protein molecule.
How does PH effect the enzymes?
They generally work best in neutral environments(PH7) although some work best in acidic or alkaline conditions.
