Enzymes

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What is an enzyme?

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A biological catalyst that speeds up chemical reactions in living organisms.

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What is the optimum temperature for most enzymes?

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Typically around 37 degrees Celsius, but can vary for different enzymes.

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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 is a substrate?

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The reactant molecule that an enzyme acts upon.

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What are products in a chemical reaction?

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The substances that are produced as a result of a chemical reaction.

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What is a catalyst?

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

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How does pH affect enzyme activity?

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Enzymes have an optimal pH range; extreme pH levels can denature enzymes and reduce their activity.

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What is denaturation in enzymes?

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The process where an enzyme loses its functional shape due to external factors like temperature or pH.

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What is enzyme specificity?

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The ability of an enzyme to choose exact substrates from a group of similar chemical molecules.

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What role do cofactors play in enzyme activity?

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Cofactors are non-protein molecules that assist enzymes in catalyzing reactions.