Enzyme Structure Basics

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What are enzymes?
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Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in living organisms without being consumed in the process.
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What is the active site of an enzyme?
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The active site is a specific region on an enzyme where substrate molecules bind and undergo a chemical reaction.
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Which structural levels do enzymes possess?
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Enzymes have different structural levels: primary, secondary, tertiary, and sometimes quaternary arrangements.
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What role do cofactors play in enzyme function?
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Cofactors assist in enzyme activity, sometimes providing necessary chemical groups or ions that are needed for reaction transformation.
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Why is enzyme structure important for its function?
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An enzyme’s structure determines its specific function because it dictates the shape and chemistry of the active site, affecting substrate binding.
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