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Unit 3 Enzymes
Unit 3 Learning Statements Enzymes
Term | Definition |
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-ase | suffix which indicates an enzyme ex: lactase, protease *some enzymes do not end with the suffix ex: pepsin |
Enzymes | protein which speeds up the rate of chemical reaction |
Enzymes | work under ideal temperature and pH values |
Enzymes | have individual shapes with active sites for each specific substrate |
Substrate | molecule which fits into an enzyme's active site that needs to be broken down or combines |
Enzyme Inhibitor | changes the shape of an active site to prevent a reaction |
Enzymes | decrease the amount of energy required for reaction to start |
Denatured Enzyme | changed shape due to pH, temperature, or salt differences and can no longer function; active site can no longer fit the substrate |
Nucleic Acids | contain the instructions or "code" to build all biomolecules |