Enzymes and Their Functions

Enzymes are proteins that function as biological catalysts.

The active site is where smaller molecules fit into the enzyme.

The lock and key hypothesis states that the shape of the active site matches the shape of the substrate molecules.

<p>The shape of their active site may change, leading to denaturation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enzymes are highly specific because the shape of their active site matches the shape of the substrate molecules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enzymes speed up reactions by lowering the activation energy needed for the reaction to occur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enzymes join smaller substrate molecules into larger ones.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Denaturation</p> Signup and view all the answers