Enzymes Protein structures that lower activation energy
Enzyme names Ends in –ase Based on reaction catalyzed Ex: hydrolysis of amylose – enzyme amylase
Spontaneity - S
Catabolism vs. Anabolism
Factors that change the rate of chemical reactions Changing pH Agitation Increase temperature Removing product Enzymes: ideal because highly efficient and specific
Enzyme-Substrate Complex
Enzyme models Fischer’s “lock and key” Jenk’s “strain” Koshland’s “induced fit” All three = modern induced fit theory of enzymes
Induced fit model
Inactive until regulated
Inhibition Inhibitor = chemical similar in shape and size to substrate Competitive vs. Noncompetitive
Allosteric inhibition
Regulatory molecule
Cofactors metal ions activator coenzymes (vitamins) prosthetic groups
Optimal conditions for enzymes Temperature pH Saline concentration Etc.