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What is a holoenzyme?
What is the role of enzymes in lowering the energy barrier for reactions?
What is the active site of an enzyme?
What happens when a substrate binds to an enzyme's active site?
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What is the function of enzymes in biological reactions?
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Study Notes
Holoenzyme
- A holoenzyme consists of an enzyme that is active and complete, including its essential cofactor(s).
- The cofactor can be a metal ion or a coenzyme, which aids the enzyme in its catalytic activity.
Role of Enzymes
- Enzymes lower the activation energy required for chemical reactions, which increases reaction rates.
- This lowering of the energy barrier allows reactions to proceed more quickly and efficiently at physiological temperatures.
Active Site of an Enzyme
- The active site is a specific region on the enzyme where substrate molecules attach.
- This region is typically a unique shape that matches the substrate, allowing for an effective interaction.
Substrate Binding
- When a substrate binds to an enzyme's active site, an enzyme-substrate complex forms.
- This interaction results in changes in the enzyme's shape, enhancing the conversion of substrate to product.
Function of Enzymes in Biological Reactions
- Enzymes facilitate biochemical reactions, acting as catalysts that speed up processes essential for life.
- They are highly specific, meaning each enzyme typically catalyzes only one type of reaction or acts on a specific substrate.
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Test your knowledge of enzymes and biochemistry with this quiz based on a lecture by Dr. Michael Mounir from the Faculty of Science at Helwan University. Learn about enzyme structure, function, and catalytic activity.
