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Which type of biomolecule are enzymes primarily composed of?
Which type of biomolecule are enzymes primarily composed of?
- Carbohydrates
- Proteins (correct)
- Nucleic acids
- Lipids
What is the main function of enzymes in cellular reactions?
What is the main function of enzymes in cellular reactions?
- Speeding up chemical reactions (correct)
- Regulating body temperature
- Neutralizing toxins
- Storing genetic information
Which type of enzyme is responsible for unraveling DNA?
Which type of enzyme is responsible for unraveling DNA?
- Helicase (correct)
- Oxidoreductase
- Ligase
- Isomerase
What is the function of amylase in the body?
What is the function of amylase in the body?
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Which enzyme aids in the digestion of fats in the gut?
Which enzyme aids in the digestion of fats in the gut?
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Where are enzymes produced to aid in the digestion of food?
Where are enzymes produced to aid in the digestion of food?
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What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?
What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?
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How does high temperature affect enzyme activity?
How does high temperature affect enzyme activity?
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What is denaturation of an enzyme?
What is denaturation of an enzyme?
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What is the effect of an increase in pH level on enzyme activity?
What is the effect of an increase in pH level on enzyme activity?
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What is the function of enzyme inhibitors?
What is the function of enzyme inhibitors?
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What is the role of competitive inhibitors?
What is the role of competitive inhibitors?
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What did Dutch chemist G.J. Mulder first describe about proteins?
What did Dutch chemist G.J. Mulder first describe about proteins?
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What are amino acids composed of?
What are amino acids composed of?
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What are proteins composed of?
What are proteins composed of?
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