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Write the name of an enzyme and define its clinical importance?
"protease"; an enzyme that breaks down proteins
What does the name of an enzyme tell us?
The name of an enzyme typically indicates its substrate or the type of reaction it catalyzes. Enzyme names often end in "-ase" to show that it is an enzyme. Additionally, the name may provide information about the enzyme's source or origin, such as "pepsin" from the stomach.
What 3 letters in the enzyme's name tells that it is an enzyme?
The suffix -ase indicates an enzyme, e.g. proteinase, dehydrogenase, hydrogenase, polymerase.
What is the name of the molecule that is the enzyme?
Typically, any macro-biomolecule whose name ends with the suffix -ase is an enzyme.
Is fructase an enzyme?
There is no enzyme by the name "fructase." However, an enzyme called fructosidase catalyzes the hydrolysis of fructose-containing compounds.
What is part is an enzyme's name usually derived from?
Usually an enzyme is named after it's function.
What 3 letter in the enzyme name tells that it is an enzyme?
The suffix -ase indicates an enzyme, e.g. proteinase, dehydrogenase, hydrogenase, polymerase.
What part of an enzymes name usually derived?
Part of an enzyme's name is usually derived from the reaction it catalyzes.
What is the name of the enzyme that activates another enzyme?
The enzyme that activates another enzyme is called a kinase. Kinases add phosphate groups to proteins, a process known as phosphorylation, which can activate or deactivate the target enzyme.
What is the name of the enzyme responsible for gelatin hydrolysis?
The enzyme responsible for gelatin hydrolysis is gelatinase.
What is the name of the enzyme that will digest proteins into peptides?
The enzyme that digests proteins into peptides is called protease.
What is the name of the enzyme that breaks down starch?
The enzyme that breaks down starch is called amylase.
