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They are similar in that they are both compound specific. The both have active sites that recognize specific compounds. They are also both complex proteins chains and can have more than one protein subunit.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 15y agoA match is not a good analogy for describing an enzyme. I would guess that the idea here is that both have the "potential" for doing something, but you need to add the reactants/substrates in order for them (the match or the enzymes) to fulfill their function.
For instance, a match just sitting there without being struck and making a flame is not very exciting. Neither is an enzyme just sitting there without a substrate to do something too. However, when you strike a match (use friction) you create something new (fire) -- unfortunately, the fire (product) will also consume the match (enzyme). Even if the fire doesn't consume the match, the match cannot be used again.
In contrast, when you add a substrate to an enzyme, the substrate is converted to something new (a product) and the enzyme is completely untouched and ready to go again, as soon as you add another substrate to it. The enzyme can be used over and over and over again.
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∙ 14y agoEnzymes and receptors both bind ligands ("substrates" for enzymes). However, enzymes alters their substrates in a chemical way while pure receptors do not necessarily change their ligands, but change themselves or another molecule in a way to relay a signal downstream.
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∙ 14y agoNo. Enzymes could be thought of as organic catalysts. Complex molecules that facilitate reactions but do not themselves enter into the reaction. Sometimes they can operate on or through receptor sites, which are complex configured molecules on the membrane, which can only allow one specific molecule to fit into the alloted site. We usally think of those in relation to taste, smell, various touches, or the actions of hormones.
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∙ 9y agoEnzymes and receptors are similar because they are both proteins that stimulate cellular activity.They are also compound specific, which means they bind to specific molecules.
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∙ 11y agoThey both have ligands.
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∙ 12y agoit can broke down the enzyme
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Are receptors and enzymes both located in the cell membrane?
Yes. There are many proteins embedded in the phospholipid bilayer. Some of these proteins are enzymes, and some are receptors; the receptors are glycoproteins, with short chains (oligosaccharides) of sugar residues attached to the protein. Other proteins act as means of transporting atoms, ions, and molecules across membranes (channel and carrier proteins).
How are receptors and transport proteins similar?
they are both components of the cell membrane
What are four marcomolecules and their functions?
four major macromolecules are carbohydrates-Energy storage, receptors, structure of plant cell wall; proteins-Enzymes, structure, receptors, transport, and more; lipids-Membrane structure, energy storage, insulation, and nucleic acids-Information storage and transfer.
How many Toll Like Receptors's are there at present?
Toll Like receptors (TLR's) belong to a huge group of proteins with similar domain called the TLR superfamily. However, there are 13 known TLR's in the mammalian system.
Epinephrine released from the adrenal medulla may stimulate target receptors for a longer period of time than norepinephrine released from neurons Why may this be?
There are no enzymes in the bloodstream to deactivate epinephrine and norepinephrine.
What the similarities between enzymes and receptors?
They both have ligands.
Are antibodies and cell receptors similar?
Cell receptors and antibodies both have a specific shape requirement in order for them to work. I guess thats what makes them similar.
Are receptors and enzymes both located in the cell membrane?
Yes. There are many proteins embedded in the phospholipid bilayer. Some of these proteins are enzymes, and some are receptors; the receptors are glycoproteins, with short chains (oligosaccharides) of sugar residues attached to the protein. Other proteins act as means of transporting atoms, ions, and molecules across membranes (channel and carrier proteins).
A specific protein that recognizes certain molecules?
There are antibodies and cell-surface receptors and enzymes; is there a more specific A. in view?
What are cutaneous glands?
similar to sensory receptors in the body, they recognize a change in stimulus
How are receptors and transport proteins similar?
they are both components of the cell membrane
Why do hormones often cause a cell to elicit multiple responses?
the receptors bind to several hormones at the same time during protein kinase activation, enzymes phosphorylate many other enzymes... A&P
What is the similarities between enzyme and hormone?
Both enzymes and receptors have specific sites for the substrates to bind. The receptor causes a response beyond the cell membrane and the enzyme facilitates a chemical change in the substrate. Enzymes can be membrane bound or free floating. Receptors are usually membrane proteins
What are proteins needed to build in organisms?
Almost everything with a structural function, enzymes, pores in the cell membrane to pump ions, receptors, etc.
What protein classes are not found as membrane proteins - identity markers or receptors or transport channels or enzymes or hormones?
Hormones are not found as membrane proteins.
How proteins work?
Proteins work by interactions. Enzymes can interact with its substrate and can cause chemical changes. Hormones can interact with its receptors to trigger signalling events.
How are enzyms similar to chewing and how are they different?
enzymes and chewing are part of your mouth
