Question

1. figure 3 above shows what happens to an enzyme when exposed to heat. using the figure above, describe how the structure of enzyme effect the enzymes ability to function properly.

Explanation:

Enzyme function depends on its structure. Heat denatures it, altering the active - site shape and preventing substrate binding.

Answer:

Enzymes have a specific three - dimensional structure with an active site that is complementary to the substrate. When exposed to heat, the enzyme's structure is denatured. This changes the shape of the active site. As a result, the substrate can no longer bind to the active site properly. Since the binding of the substrate to the active site is crucial for the enzyme - catalyzed reaction to occur, the enzyme loses its ability to function properly.