Practice Covalent Catalysis (5.4.2.4) - Enzymes – The Catalysts of Life
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Covalent Catalysis

Practice - Covalent Catalysis - 5.4.2.4

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Question 1 Easy

What is covalent catalysis?

💡 Hint: Think about how enzymes interact with substrates.

Question 2 Easy

Name an example of an enzyme that uses covalent catalysis.

💡 Hint: Think about proteases.

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Question 1

What does covalent catalysis involve?

Permanent bond formation
Temporary bond formation
No bond formation

💡 Hint: Think about the nature of the bond formed.

Question 2

True or False: Enzymes are consumed during covalent catalysis.

True
False

💡 Hint: What happens to the enzyme after the reaction?

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Challenge 1 Hard

Discuss the role of covalent catalysis in metabolic pathways. Provide examples of specific pathways where it is crucial.

💡 Hint: Consider enzymes involved in energy metabolism or nutrient breakdown.

Challenge 2 Hard

Design a hypothetical drug that targets an enzyme utilizing covalent catalysis. Explain its mechanism of action and the expected therapeutic outcome.

💡 Hint: Think about the importance of targeted inhibition in disease treatment strategies.

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