enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
enzymes definition
A
large proteins that catalyse reactions
2
Q
denatured
A
shape of active site changed so no longer fits substrate
3
Q
what can cause an enzyme to denature
A
pH
temperature
4
Q
optimum
A
temp or pH where reaction works as fast as possible
5
Q
3 digestive enzymes
A
amylase
lipase
protease
6
Q
where is amylase produced
A
salivary glands
pancreas
small intestine
7
Q
where is protease produced
A
stomach
pancreas
small intestine
8
Q
where is lipase produced
A
pancreas
small intestine
9
Q
catalysed reaction of amylase
A
starch -> glucose
10
Q
catalysed reaction for protease
A
proteins -> amino acids
11
Q
catalysed reactions for lipase
A
lipids -> fatty acids + glycerol
12
Q
optimum pH for protease
A
2
13
Q
optimum pH for amylase
A
7
14
Q
optimum pH for lipase
A
8
