Question

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1. what does an enzyme do and how does it do this job?
2. what does it mean when an enzyme is denatured and what conditions could cause it to be denatured?

Explanation:

Enzymes are biological catalysts. Denaturing means losing 3 - D structure and function. High temp, extreme pH can cause it.

Answer:

1. Enzymes lower activation energy. They bind to substrates at active - sites.
2. Denaturing means enzyme loses shape and function. High temperature, extreme pH can cause denaturation.