Factors That Affect Enzymes (VCE SSCE Biology): Flashcards
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Optimal temperature definition for enzymes
Optimal temperature definition for enzymes
Temperature at which maximum enzyme function occurs
Optimal temp range for human enzymes
Optimal temp range for human enzymes
36-38°C
Reversibility of high temp enzyme denaturation
Reversibility of high temp enzyme denaturation
Irreversible
Reversibility of low temp enzyme effects
Reversibility of low temp enzyme effects
Reversible
pH extremes causing enzyme denaturation
pH extremes causing enzyme denaturation
Both too acidic and too alkaline
Saturation point definition
Saturation point definition
Point where enzyme cannot receive more substrate
Competitive inhibition mechanism
Competitive inhibition mechanism
Blocks active site, preventing substrate binding
Non-competitive inhibition mechanism
Non-competitive inhibition mechanism
Binds allosteric site, changes active site shape
ATP full form & main role
ATP full form & main role
Adenosine triphosphate; energy for cellular processes
Phosphate groups: ATP vs ADP
Phosphate groups: ATP vs ADP
ATP has 3, ADP has 2