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What are coenzymes?
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Coenzymes are organic non-protein molecules that bind with enzymes to help catalyze reactions.
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What is the role of a substrate in enzymatic reactions?
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A substrate is the reactant upon which an enzyme acts to produce a product.
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What are inhibitors?
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Inhibitors are substances that decrease or eliminate the activity of an enzyme by binding to it.
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Differentiate between competitive and non-competitive inhibition.
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In competitive inhibition, inhibitors bind to the active site, blocking the substrate. In non-competitive inhibition, inhibitors bind to a different site causing the enzyme to change shape.
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What are some examples of enzymes in the human body?
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Examples include amylase (digestion of carbohydrates), lipase (fat digestion), and DNA polymerase (DNA replication).
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