Question

What is an enzyme?

Answer 1

Enzyme:

1. Enzymes are biological catalysts.
2. Proteins make up nearly all enzymes.
3. RNA has enzyme-like properties. These are referred to as ribozymes.
4. An enzyme's active site is a crevice or pocket that the substrate fits into.
5. Enzymes catalyze reactions at a rapid pace through their active site.
6. Enzymes accelerate chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required.