BIOLOGY
ENZYMES
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Question
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If an enzyme becomes over heated what effect, if any, will the heat have on the enzymatic activity?
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The enzyme will not store much chemical energy.
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The enzyme will not be able to catalyze reactions.
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The enzyme will lose its net electrical charge.
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The enzyme will lose stored genetic information.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -High heat destroys enzymes. Enzymes are protein molecules that get denatured at high temperatures. High heat breaks hydrogen and ionic bonds leading to disruption in enzyme shape. The enzyme loses its activity and can no longer bind to the substrate.
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