15 Questions
Which type of biomolecule are enzymes primarily composed of?
Proteins
What is the main function of enzymes in cellular reactions?
Speeding up chemical reactions
Which type of enzyme is responsible for unraveling DNA?
Helicase
What is the function of amylase in the body?
Converting starches to sugars
Which enzyme aids in the digestion of fats in the gut?
Lipase
Where are enzymes produced to aid in the digestion of food?
Salivary glands
What is the role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?
Kick start the biochemical reactions by lowering the activation energy
How does high temperature affect enzyme activity?
It decreases enzyme activity by denaturing the enzymes
What is denaturation of an enzyme?
The alteration of the shape of the enzyme, preventing substrate binding
What is the effect of an increase in pH level on enzyme activity?
It decreases enzyme activity by causing denaturation
What is the function of enzyme inhibitors?
To slow down or stop enzymatic reactions
What is the role of competitive inhibitors?
They prevent attachment of the partner substrate to the active site
What did Dutch chemist G.J. Mulder first describe about proteins?
He coined the term 'protein' from a Greek word
What are amino acids composed of?
'Amino' and 'Carboxyl' functional groups, Carbon, Hydrogen, Oxygen, Nitrogen, Sulphur, and Phosphorus
What are proteins composed of?
Many amino acids
Test your knowledge about enzymes in general biology, including their role as proteins, catalysts, and their involvement in metabolic processes such as hormone production and DNA replication. Learn about the specificity of enzymes and their functions in cellular reactions.
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