Biomolecules and Enzymes Review

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What is an enzyme?

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A biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions in cells.

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What is the function of enzymes?

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To speed up chemical reactions in cells.

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What is activation energy?

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The energy needed to start a chemical reaction.

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What is a substrate?

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The reactant molecule upon which an enzyme acts.

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What is a product in a chemical reaction?

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The substance that is formed as a result of a chemical reaction.

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What is denaturation of proteins?

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The process in which proteins lose their structure and function due to external stressors like heat or pH changes.

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What factors can affect enzyme activity?

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Temperature, pH, substrate concentration, and enzyme concentration.

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What is the active site of an enzyme?

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The specific region where the substrate binds to the enzyme.

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What happens to an enzyme after it catalyzes a reaction?

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It can be reused for multiple reactions.

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What is the role of proteins in the body?

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They serve as building blocks for structures, enzymes, and play roles in signaling and transport.