Enzymes Flashcards
1
Q
What is a catalyst?
A
Speeds up a reaction
2
Q
What are the two theories on enzymes?
A
Lock & key model
Induced fit theory
3
Q
What does the lock & key model suggest?
A
Each enzyme will only catalyse one specific reaction
Specific substrate
4
Q
What does the induce fit theory suggest?
A
Active site can be flexible
Enzyme can change shape
5
Q
What is activation energy?
A
Energy needed to break bonds at the start of a reaction
