Asked by Devin Gwinn on Sep 25, 2024
Which of the following is not true of enzymes?
A) They are considered to be biological catalysts.
B) Enzymes are relatively non-specific, and able to catalyze several chemical reactions in the body.
C) Enzyme activity is temperature-dependent.
D) Denaturation destroys the ability of an enzyme to function.
E) All of these are true of enzymes.
Biological Catalysts
Enzymes that speed up chemical reactions in the body without being consumed in the process.
Denaturation
The process by which a protein loses its three-dimensional structure and hence its function, usually caused by changes in pH or temperature.
Non-Specific
Describes reactions or responses that are not distinct to a particular antigen or stimulus, often referring to parts of the immune system that provide general defense mechanisms.
- Comprehend the essential function and characteristics of enzymes in facilitating biochemical reactions.
- Understand the principle of specificity between enzymes and substrates, along with the properties of enzymatically catalyzed chemical reactions.
- Determine the elements that influence the activity of enzymes, such as pH levels, temperature conditions, and the existence of inhibitors or activators.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the essential function and characteristics of enzymes in facilitating biochemical reactions.
- Understand the principle of specificity between enzymes and substrates, along with the properties of enzymatically catalyzed chemical reactions.
- Determine the elements that influence the activity of enzymes, such as pH levels, temperature conditions, and the existence of inhibitors or activators.