7.2 Enzymes Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
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What is a catalyst
A
A substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction
2
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What are the properties of an enzyme
A
Reaction specific, not consumed in the reaction, made of protein, affected by cellular conditions
3
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What is the relation ship between enzyme concentration and temp
A
If the temp is too low or high enzyme concentration goes down
4
Q
How would you maximize enzyme activity
A
Have them at the optimum temp and pH
5
Q
What inhibition and activator have something in common
A
Activator and Allosteric inhibitor both alter the active site
6
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What is the definition of Activation energy
A
The amount of energy required for a chemical reaction to occur
