Enzyme

2 types

Lock & Key

1 Lock & 1 Key
1 Enzyme = 1 Substrate

Made of

Proteins & Amino Acids

Produced by

Pancreas

Ends in

-ase

Named after

Substrate

Induced Fit

The Enzyme changes shape to allow it to bind with the Substrate

Enzymes control the speed of chemical reactions in the body, therefore, without enzymes the body would not be able to survive

Enzyme is a substance produced by a living organism that acts as a catalyst to bring about a specific biochemical reaction.

Coenzyme

Bind to an Enzyme to assist it & create Holoenzymes

Ex: NAD+, NADP+, & Ascorbic Acid

Foods: Milk, Eggs, & Vegetables