Factors Affecting Enzyme Function

Enzymes facilitate complex reactions by binding to substrates at the active site, undergoing catalysis to transform substrates into products. Enzyme function is influenced by structure, temperature, pH, and concentration. High temperatures and pH changes can alter enzyme shape, affecting activity. Increasing substrate or enzyme concentration boosts reaction rates up to a point. Key factors affecting enzyme function include temperature, pH levels, and concentration.

What impact does pH have on enzyme structure and function?

Describe how substrate concentration influences the rate of enzyme reactions.