What two components are often found as part of an enzyme?
protein and a non-protein component called a cofactor
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What happens to an enzyme’s structure as it exceeds the typical human body temperature?
As temperature exceeds the typical human body temperature, enzyme molecules gain kinetic energy. This can break intermolecular bonds, causing the enzyme’s structure and active site to change or break down.
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What would happen to the rate of a reaction if the concentration of substrate was increased after the point of saturation?
Which of the following can be cofactors?
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