Enzymes as biological catalysts Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What are enzymes
A
Biological catalysts that speed up reactions by lowering activation energy
2
Q
What part of an enzyme binds to the substrate
A
The active site
3
Q
What are the two models of enzyme action
A
Lock and key and induced fit theories
4
Q
What are examples of enzymes and their reactions
A
Catalase: Hydrogen peroxide -> H2o + O
Amylase: Starch -> Maltose
Protease: Protein -> Amino acids
Lipase: Fat -> fatty acids + glycerol
