Topics: 1. Proteins are very long strands of amino acids linked together in spec
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Topics: 1. Proteins are very long strands of amino acids linked together in specific sequences. The final shape of a protein determines how it interacts with its environment. Denaturation is the alteration of a protein shape through some form of external stress (for example, by applying heat, acid or alkali), in such a way that it will no longer be able to carry out its cellular function. As we saw with lab, although simple, we denatured Milk to produce a completely different product Discuss how denaturing proteins, specifically enzymes, could potentially greatly effect function. Use your text and the google machine to discuss what would happen if you change the enzyme. You can briefly talk about function, binding, give specific examples, etc. Subscribe Unread or Reply MacBook AirExplanation / Answer
Denatured enzyme (Hexokinase) changes its shape so active site is no longer to bind with substrate (Glucose).
Denatured enzymes increase the activation energy of the reaction so the process will not take place fast.
Km and Vmax of the enzyme become zero. Function of the enzyme is totally halted so glucose not able to undergo glycolysis.