Question

1. match the term on the left with its definition on the right

active site
protein
enzyme - substrate complex
product
substrate
a. result of a chemical reaction
b. the substances enzymes act upon
c. specific part of an enzyme where a substrate fits
d. type of macromolecule an enzyme is
e. enzyme with the substrate bound to the active site

Explanation:

• Active Site: A specific part of an enzyme where a substrate fits.
• Protein: Enzymes are a type of protein (a macromolecule).
• Enzyme - Substrate Complex: Formed when the substrate binds to the active site of the enzyme.
• Product: The result of a chemical reaction catalyzed by an enzyme.
• Substrate: The substances that enzymes act upon.

Answer:

Active Site - C
Protein - D
Enzyme - Substrate Complex - E
Product - A
Substrate - B