Enzymes (HSC SSCE Biology): Flashcards

Protein molecules controlling chemical reactions in cells

Speeds up reactions without being consumed

Minimum energy required to start a chemical reaction

Specific region on enzyme where substrates bind

Each enzyme catalyses only one type of reaction

Enzyme changes shape when substrate binds (current model)

Around 40°C

Enzyme loses structure and function due to extreme conditions

All enzyme molecules occupied, working at max capacity

Breaks down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen