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What is the term used to describe variations of an enzyme that catalyze the same reaction but have different amino acid sequences?
What is the term used to describe variations of an enzyme that catalyze the same reaction but have different amino acid sequences?
Which factor affects enzymatic reactions by increasing the number of available enzyme molecules?
Which factor affects enzymatic reactions by increasing the number of available enzyme molecules?
What is the term used to describe substances that bind to enzymes and decrease their activity?
What is the term used to describe substances that bind to enzymes and decrease their activity?
Which factor affects enzymatic reactions by altering the pH level of the environment?
Which factor affects enzymatic reactions by altering the pH level of the environment?
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What is the term used to describe the rupture or destruction of red blood cells, which can affect enzymatic reactions?
What is the term used to describe the rupture or destruction of red blood cells, which can affect enzymatic reactions?
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Study Notes
Enzyme Variations
- Variants of enzymes that catalyze the same reaction despite having different amino acid sequences are known as isoenzymes or isozymes.
Enzyme Concentration
- Increasing the number of available enzyme molecules enhances the rate of enzymatic reactions; this is accomplished by raising the enzyme concentration.
Enzyme Inhibition
- Substances that bind to enzymes and reduce their activity are referred to as inhibitors. These can be competitive or non-competitive, depending on their mechanism of action.
pH and Enzyme Activity
- The environment's pH level significantly impacts enzymatic reactions, as enzymes have optimal pH ranges for activity. Deviations can lead to reduced effectiveness or denaturation.
Hemolysis
- The rupture or destruction of red blood cells, known as hemolysis, can influence enzymatic reactions by releasing intracellular contents, including enzymes, into the surrounding environment.
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Test your knowledge of clinical enzymology and learn about the factors that affect enzymatic reactions. This quiz covers topics such as enzyme concentration, substrate concentration, cofactors, inhibitors, isoenzymes, temperature, hydrogen ion concentration, hemolysis, and more. Perfect for students and professionals in the field of clinical chemistry.
