5 Questions
What are enzymes?
Protein catalysts that alter the rate of reactions without being changed
Who first recognized and described biological catalysis?
Late 1700s researchers
What did Louis Pasteur conclude about fermentation?
Fermentation of sugar into alcohol by yeast is catalyzed by 'ferments'
What did Eduard Buchner's discovery prove?
Fermentation was promoted by molecules that continued to function when removed from cells
What is the nature of enzymes?
Protein in nature with large molecular weight
Test your knowledge of biochemistry with this quiz on enzymes. Explore topics such as enzyme kinetics, mechanisms, and regulation of enzyme activity. Dive into the fundamental conditions for life and the importance of efficient and selective chemical reactions in living organisms.
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