They only function when the acidity or alkalinity of their environment is at a certain level.
if u mean 'what are the factors that denature enzymes?' the answer is:--------- changes in pH and an increase in temperature
Most enzymes only work in a certain pH range; pH is not dependent on the presence of enzymes, however.
Substrate concentration will affect enzymes because substrates are specific to enzymes. The pH will affect enzymes because certain enzymes will work better in certain pH levels.
Enzymes are very pH-sensitive. Any change in pH results in denaturing of proteins.
Most enzymes work best at a certain pH, however there are some enzymes that can operate over a broad pH range.
The activity of the enzymes depends on the specific pH needed.
at a ph of 13
Enzymes have an individual optimum pH, such as pepsin has a very low optimum pH
It disrupts an enzymes shape and structure.
Enzymes are sensitive to changes in pH and only work with a relatively small pH range. Since vinegar is an acid, the pH of the solution containing the enzymes is changes when vinegar is added.
The stomach secretes protease enzymes that work best at a pH of around 2.
Liver enzymes- Transaminase