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Enzymes are biological catalysts that alter the rate of a reaction.
They are required in various industries (i.e. brewing, cheese making etc.)
Enzymes are specific and only work on a specific substrate. They work best at certain temperatures and pH levels. Extremes in either can denature the enzyme(change its shape and preventing it from working properly).
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 12y agoEverything! Most of the metabolic reactions of your body is aided by enzymes which are biological catalysts.
That is why when people have fever we should try to bring our body temperature back to normal if not too high temperatures would denature enzymes and cause them to stop functioning, which would in turn affect our body processes.
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∙ 13y agoWhich enzyme? Each enzyme requires a certain molecule to function. Lactase requires there to be lactose....see?
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to act as a catalyst in chemical reactions.
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What is the function of an enzyme?
The function of an enzyme is to increase the rate of a reaction.
Why are temperatures and pH important to enzyme function?
Enzymes function optimally at a patricular temperature and pH. If the temperature is decreased or increased, the enzyme will not function as effectively. The enzyme is most active only at a patricular temperature and pH. Hence, these two factors are very important for enzyme action.
3 variables that can cause an enzyme to lose its ability to function?
An enzyme is a catalyst for chemical reactions. Three variables that can cause an enzyme to lose its ability to function are temperature, pH level and concentration.
The basic function of a coenzyme?
A coenzyme helps an enzyme do its' work. Without the coenzyme, the enzyme will remain inactive.
What is ihe function of oxysomes of mitochondria?
The function of oxysome is to act as ATP synthase enzyme.
Does an enzyme's function require inhibitors?
yes
What is the function of an enzyme?
The function of an enzyme is to increase the rate of a reaction.
What is the active site for an enzyme?
The place where the substrate and the enzyme meet to allow the enzyme to function.
What does enzymes functions depend on?
The function of an enzyme is dependent on the shape of the enzyme. The structure and shape determines what the enzyme can do.
What happens when an enzyme is renatured?
Do you mean denatured? Form is function in an enzyme and if heat or acidity denatures an enzyme the function of the enzyme is compromised. Certain R group bonds being br5oken will denature the enzyme and give it a different conformation.
Explain the effect of mineral and vitamin deficiency on enzyme activity?
many enzymes require vitamins and/or minerals to function properly. Without them, they cannot catalyze their reaction.
Why are temperatures and pH important to enzyme function?
Enzymes function optimally at a patricular temperature and pH. If the temperature is decreased or increased, the enzyme will not function as effectively. The enzyme is most active only at a patricular temperature and pH. Hence, these two factors are very important for enzyme action.
What happens to an enzyme when it is heated?
When an enzyme is heated it is denatured, which means that it can no longer function.
What is part of an enzyme's usual derived from?
Usually an enzyme is named after it's function.
What can affect a biological function?
enzyme
Why do enzymes lose their function when they are subject to extreme temperature changes?
When an enzyme is exposed to high temperatures, the enzyme will denature or unfold. Therefore, the enzyme will not function properly.
What determine an enzymes function and how many function does one enzyme have?
two
