Practice Mechanisms by which Enzymes Lower Activation Energy - 5.2.2 | Module 5: Enzymes – The Catalysts of Life | Biology (Biology for Engineers)
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5.2.2 - Mechanisms by which Enzymes Lower Activation Energy

Learning

Practice Questions

Test your understanding with targeted questions related to the topic.

Question 1

Easy

Define activation energy.

💡 Hint: Think about energy barriers in chemical reactions.

Question 2

Easy

What is the induced fit model?

💡 Hint: Consider how familiar personal items adjust to fit your hand.

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What is the primary role of enzymes in biochemical reactions?

  • Increase activation energy
  • Lower activation energy
  • Change reactants
  • Change products

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when a catalyst is present.

Question 2

True or False: Enzymes alter the overall change in free energy (ΔG) of a reaction.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider what catalysts do in relation to the energy needed.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

How would an increase in temperature affect enzyme activity and why?

💡 Hint: Consider the balance between kinetic energy increase and structural integrity.

Question 2

Describe a physiological condition where an enzyme might have a low Km and why this is beneficial.

💡 Hint: Think about scenarios where resources are limited yet needed for normal body functioning.

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