What is a substance called if it speeds up a chemical reaction?
Enzymes

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1.
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Catalyst
2.
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Enzymes are an example of which type of biomolecule?
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Protein
3.
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What happens to enzymes when they are heated to a high temperature?
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The shapes of the enzyme are altered (denatured).
4.
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What is the term for the region on an enzyme where the substrate binds?
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Active site
5.
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What is the primary purpose of an enzyme?
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To speed up reactions.
6.
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What are the reactants called that enzymes act upon?
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Substrates
7.
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What is the effect of pH on enzyme activity?
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Extreme pH levels can denature enzymes, altering their shape and function.
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