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7. what are the 2 factors that could denature an enzyme? 8. what does i…

Question

  1. what are the 2 factors that could denature an enzyme? 8. what does it mean when an enzyme becomes denatured?

Explanation:

Brief Explanations
  1. Temperature and pH are common factors. High or low temperatures can disrupt enzyme - protein structure. Extreme pH levels can also affect the ionic and hydrogen bonds in the enzyme.
  2. When an enzyme is denatured, its three - dimensional structure is disrupted. This leads to a loss of its active - site shape, preventing it from binding to its substrate effectively and thus reducing or eliminating its catalytic activity.

Answer:

  1. Temperature, pH
  2. The three - dimensional structure of the enzyme is disrupted, losing its catalytic activity.