Enzymes

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What are enzymes considered to be?

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Enzymes are considered to be proteins.

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What is the term for the molecule that an enzyme acts upon?

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The molecule that an enzyme acts upon is called the substrate.

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What do enzymes typically end with?

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Enzymes typically end with the suffix -ase.

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What is the primary function of an enzyme?

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The primary function of an enzyme is to speed up chemical reactions.

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What is the part of the enzyme where the substrate binds called?

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The part of the enzyme where the substrate binds is called the active site.

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What is activation energy?

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Activation energy is the minimum energy required for a chemical reaction to occur.

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How do enzymes affect activation energy?

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Enzymes lower the activation energy required for a reaction.

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What is a catalyst?

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A catalyst is a substance that increases the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed.

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Can enzymes be reused?

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Yes, enzymes can be reused multiple times in chemical reactions.

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What factors can affect enzyme activity?

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Factors that can affect enzyme activity include temperature, pH, and substrate concentration.