Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
What is an enzyme?
A
Biological catalyst. Globular protein
2
Q
Characteristics
A
-highly selective
-substrates into products
- proteins
3
Q
The active site is
A
Where the substrate attaches
4
Q
Binding site
A
Holds substrate in place
5
Q
Catalytic site
A
Where reaction occurs
6
Q
Specific sequence
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A
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7
Q
Lock and key model
A
- active site has a rigid shape
- only substrate with matching shape can fit
8
Q
Induced fit model
A
- flexible active site
- can change shape to accommodate
- bigger range of substrate specificity
9
Q
Naming enzymes
A
End in ase after substrate they act on
10
Q
Protease- uses
A
Pre digest protein during manufacturing baby foods
11
Q
Lipase- use
A
Used with protease
Biological detergents to break down
Stains to smaller water soluble substances
12
Q
Carbohydrase- use
A
Convert starch syrup, e.g, sports drinks
13
Q
Isomerase- use
A
Glucose syrup to fructose
14
Q
EC 1
A
Oxidoreductases
15
Q
EC2
A
Transferase
