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Cambridge IGCSE Combined Science practice

Why is it important for enzymes to be specific?

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Enzymes

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Why is it important for enzymes to be specific?.

  1. A.To increase the temperature of reactions
  2. B.To ensure only specific reactions occur
  3. C.To allow multiple substrates to bind
  4. D.To prevent all reactions in the body

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Enzyme Specificity

Enzymes are proteins that catalyze biochemical reactions. Their active sites are uniquely shaped to fit specific substrates, allowing them to facilitate reactions efficiently.

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    Explain how the structure of an enzyme relates to its function.

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