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Standard XII
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Enzymes and Inorganic Catalysts
What is an en...
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What is an enzyme?
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Enzyme:
Enzymes are biological catalysts.
Proteins make up nearly all enzymes.
RNA has enzyme-like properties. These are referred to as ribozymes.
An enzyme's active site is a crevice or pocket that the substrate fits into.
Enzymes catalyze reactions at a rapid pace through their active site.
Enzymes accelerate chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required.
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