Unit 1: Biochem Review

Front

What is the term for the phenomenon where each enzyme only has one substrate that fits its active site?

Back

Specificity

Front

What is the term for the part of an enzyme where the substrate binds?

Back

Active site

Front

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

Back

Substrate

Front

What are proteins made of?

Back

C, H, O, N (Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen)

Front

What is the optimal temperature for enzyme activity if the graph indicates a peak at 30°C?

Back

30°C

Front

What is the optimum pH of an enzyme if the graph shows maximum activity at pH 6.6?

Back

6.6

Front

What is denaturation in the context of enzymes?

Back

Denaturation is the process where an enzyme loses its functional shape due to extreme conditions, affecting its activity.

Front

What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

Back

Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up biochemical reactions without being consumed.

Front

What is the significance of enzyme specificity?

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Enzyme specificity ensures that enzymes only catalyze specific reactions, preventing unwanted side reactions.

Front

How does temperature affect enzyme activity?

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Enzyme activity typically increases with temperature up to an optimal point, after which it may decrease due to denaturation.