Enzymes and nutrition Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What are enzymes made of?
A
Proteins
2
Q
Where are enzymes found?
A
In the human body and in other species. (Digestive system)
3
Q
What are the subunits of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids?
A
Sugars, amino acids, fatty acids, and glycerol.
4
Q
What do enzymes do in the body?
A
They catalyse the synthesis and breakdown of substances.
5
Q
What is a biological catalyst?
A
A substance that speeds up a chemical reaction without being used up.
6
Q
Why is enzyme catalysis important for life?
A
It allows vital biochemical reactions to occur fast enough to sustain life.
