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What specifically happens to an enzyme's structure during denaturation?

  • The enzyme's active site is deformed and loses its specific shape. (correct)
  • The primary structure of the enzyme is changed.
  • The enzyme's tertiary structure is disrupted.
  • The enzyme's quaternary structure is disrupted.

    • What is the role of enzymes in metabolic reactions?

  • Enzymes act as substrates in metabolic reactions.
  • Enzymes speed up metabolic reactions by lowering the activation energy. (correct)
  • Enzymes slow down metabolic reactions by increasing the activation energy.
  • Enzymes provide the energy needed for metabolic reactions to occur.

    • Which of the following factors can directly affect the rate of a chemical reaction catalyzed by an enzyme?

  • The type of solvent used in the reaction.
  • The presence of a non-competitive inhibitor.
  • The pH of the solution. (correct)
  • The concentration of the product.

    • Why is it important for enzymes to be specific to their substrates?

    <p>To prevent unintended reactions from occurring within the cell. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the effect of increasing the substrate concentration on the rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction?

    <p>The rate of the reaction will increase until all enzyme active sites are saturated with substrate. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct relationship between temperature and the rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction?

    <p>Increasing temperature initially increases the rate of the reaction, but then decreases it as the enzyme denatures. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a factor that can affect the rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction?

    <p>The concentration of the product. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a competitive inhibitor affect the rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction?

    <p>It decreases the rate of the reaction by binding to the enzyme's active site. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a catabolic reaction?

    <p>The breakdown of glucose into pyruvate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of activation energy in chemical reactions?

    <p>Activation energy is the energy required to break the bonds of reactants (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these correctly describes an endothermic reaction?

    <p>A reaction that requires energy to proceed (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a reactant in the process of photosynthesis?

    <p>Water (H2O) (A), Carbon dioxide (CO2) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the law of conservation of energy apply to metabolic reactions?

    <p>Energy is converted from one form to another in metabolic reactions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of reaction releases energy into the surroundings?

    <p>Exergonic reactions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are chemical reactions essential for life?

    <p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about metabolism?

    <p>Metabolism is the sum of all chemical reactions within an organism. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Cellular Respiration

    The process of converting chemical energy in sugar into ATP using oxygen.

    Exothermic Reaction

    A chemical reaction that releases energy, often in the form of heat.

    Enzymes

    Proteins that act as catalysts to speed up metabolic reactions by lowering activation energy.

    Active Site

    The specific region on an enzyme where the substrate binds.

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    Denaturation

    The process where an enzyme's structure is deformed, losing its function.

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    Factors Affecting Reaction Rate

    Temperature, pH, substrate concentration, and catalysts can change how quickly reactions occur.

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    Competitive Inhibitor

    A substance that slows down a reaction by competing with the substrate for the active site of an enzyme.

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    Induced Fit Model

    The model describing how enzymes adjust their shape to better fit the substrate upon binding.

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    Metabolism

    All chemical reactions within each cell of an organism that provide energy and create molecules.

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    Catabolic Reactions

    Reactions that break down larger molecules into simpler ones, releasing energy.

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    Anabolic Reactions

    Reactions that build larger molecules from smaller ones, consuming energy.

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    Activation Energy

    The amount of energy needed to start a chemical reaction.

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    Reactants

    Substances that are changed during a chemical reaction.

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    Products

    Substances that are made by a chemical reaction.

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    Endothermic Reactions

    Reactions that absorb energy, such as heat or light.

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    Study Notes

    Enzymes and Biochemical Reactions

    • Biochemical reactions are controlled by enzymes, which are primarily proteins.
    • Enzymes speed up biochemical reactions by lowering the activation energy, making reactions proceed faster.
    • Enzymes are catalysts, meaning they speed up reactions without being permanently altered.
    • Enzymes are specific in their action, binding to a specific substrate (reactant) through an active site.
    • The active site’s shape is influenced by the substrate, creating an induced fit and ensuring a precise interaction between the enzyme and substrate.
    • Enzymes can either break bonds in a substrate to form products or make bonds between substrates to form one product.
    • Enzymes are not changed during a reaction and can be repeatedly used.
    • Enzymes are critical to life processes and vital to virtually all organisms.

    Metabolism

    • Metabolism encompasses all chemical reactions occurring within a cell or an organism.
    • Metabolism's primary function is to provide the energy needed by living organisms for processes.
    • Metabolic reactions involve the breaking and forming of chemical bonds between substances.
    • Chemical reactions either absorb or release energy.
    • Breaking a chemical bond requires energy to be absorbed.
    • Forming a chemical bond releases energy.
    • According to the law of conservation of energy, energy in a system cannot be lost or gained but changes forms.

    Types of Reactions

    • Endothermic reactions absorb energy.
      • Photosynthesis is an example of an endothermic reaction.
    • Exothermic reactions release energy.
      • Cellular respiration is an example of an exothermic reaction.

    Chemical Reactions

    • Reactants (substrates) are substances that undergo changes during a reaction.
    • Products are the resulting substances created by a chemical reaction.

    Factors Affecting Reaction Rate

    • Temperature: Increased temperature increases the rate of a reaction as molecules move faster, leading to more frequent collisions.
    • pH: Enzymes function best at particular pH levels. Changes in pH can disrupt enzyme activity.
    • Substrate Concentration: Higher substrate concentration generally leads to a faster rate.
    • Catalysts: Catalysts (like enzymes) lower the activation energy needed for a reaction to start, thus speeding it up.
    • Inhibitors: A competitive inhibitor slows down a reaction by competing with a substrate for the active site.

    Denaturation

    • Enzyme denaturation occurs when an enzyme's active site is deformed, resulting in a loss of activity.
    • Denaturation can be caused by changes in environmental factors like extreme pH, temperature, ion concentration, or solubility.
    • Some enzymes may be renatured to their original shape but not always.

    Key Biochemical Reactions

    • Photosynthesis: 6CO2 + 6H2O → C6H12O6 + 6O2 (stores light energy in sugar).
    • Cellular Respiration: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O (converts chemical energy stored in sugar to energy).

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    Test your knowledge on enzymes and their crucial role in biochemical reactions. This quiz covers how enzymes function, their specificity, and their importance in metabolism. Discover the intricacies of how enzymes interact with substrates to facilitate life-sustaining processes.

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