proteins + enzymes

Question 1

Describe the induced fit enzyme model

Answer 1

• enzyme substrate complex forms
• active site changes shape slightly due to change in charge distribution
• this places strain on the substrate bonds, causing activation energy to lower

Question 2

What join amino acids together?

Answer 2

Ribosomes

Question 3

Test for proteins

Answer 3

Add biurets reagant, purple is positive, blue is negative

Question 4

Why do high and low phs denature enzymes?

Answer 4

Hydrogen bonds form with OH- ions and H+ ions instead of within the protein, change in tertiary structure and active site shape