Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Enzyme Binding Factors

Anatomy & Physiology

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Enzyme Binding Factors

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Problem 2

Textbook Question

Label the parts of the following diagram illustrating the catalytic cycle of an enzyme.

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Identify the enzyme in the diagram, which is the purple structure labeled as 'a'.

Label the active site of the enzyme, which is the specific region where the substrate binds, indicated by 'b'.

Label the substrate, which is the molecule that the enzyme acts upon, shown as 'f'.

Label the enzyme-substrate complex, which forms when the substrate binds to the enzyme's active site, indicated by 'd'.

Label the products, which are the molecules produced from the reaction, shown as 'c'.

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Key Concepts

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Enzyme Structure

Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions in the body. They typically have a specific three-dimensional structure that includes an active site, where substrates bind. Understanding the structure of enzymes is crucial for identifying how they interact with substrates and how they facilitate reactions.

Catalytic Cycle

The catalytic cycle of an enzyme describes the series of steps that occur during the enzyme's interaction with substrates. This cycle includes substrate binding, conversion to products, and release of the products. Each step is essential for the enzyme to function effectively and is often represented in diagrams to illustrate the process.

Substrate Specificity

Substrate specificity refers to the ability of an enzyme to select and bind to a particular substrate among many potential candidates. This specificity is determined by the shape and chemical properties of the enzyme's active site, which only fits certain substrates, ensuring that the enzyme catalyzes the correct reaction.