Enzymes

Enzymes are used in various industries for their catalytic properties. They are used in the food industry to enhance flavors and textures, in detergents to break down stains, and in pharmaceuticals for drug manufacture.

Enzymes are sensitive to pH and temperature because changes in these conditions can alter the enzyme's structure. Extreme temperatures and pH levels can unfold the enzyme, rendering it inactive.

Enzyme inhibitors are molecules that can decrease or block the activity of an enzyme. They are crucial in regulating enzyme activity in the body and are often used as drugs to treat diseases by inhibiting specific enzyme-targeted pathways.

Yes, enzymes can be reused. They are not consumed in the reactions they catalyze and can continue to act repeatedly on multiple substrate molecules.

Enzymes accelerate chemical reactions by lowering the activation energy required, facilitating the transformation of substrates into products more efficiently.