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The body has its own normal temp. And enzymes function along with body temp, you go to high or low it can cause severe damage to the body. Enzymes are proteins, and they are denatured (change in structure) when expose to high temps.

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Are Enzymes are able to work at any temperature?

Enzymes have an optimal temperature at which they work best, usually around body temperature for human enzymes. Extreme temperatures can denature the enzyme, causing it to lose its shape and function. Some enzymes from extremophiles are adapted to work at very high or low temperatures.


Is temperature a factor that affects enzyme activity?

Yes, temperature is a critical factor that affects enzyme activity. Generally, enzymes work within an optimal temperature range, beyond which they can become denatured and lose their function. Changes in temperature can alter the rate of enzyme-catalyzed reactions.


At what temperature do plant enzymes work best?

Enzymes work best at temperatures around body temperature. If the temperature is too low, there is too little kinetic energy available for it, but if it is too high, the enzyme will be denatured, and will therefore also work slower. Enzymes work best at temperatures around body temperature. If the temperature is too low, there is too little kinetic energy available for it, but if it is too high, the enzyme will be denatured, and will therefore also work slower.


How does high temperature effect photosynthesis?

The rate of photosynthesis depends on temperature the same way enzymes depend on temperature. Photosynthesis involves enzyme assistance. Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up chemical reactions. Enzymes are affected by pH and temperature. If the pH is too acidic or basic, enzymes will be denatured (which means they will change shape and not be able to catalyze reactions as well or entirely). Same goes for temperature. If the temperature is too cold or too hot, the enzymes might deactivate, or their efficiency will be inhibited. So, if the temperature of the organism's environment is too high or low, the rate of photosynthesis will decrease because the enzymes aren't working properly. On the other hand, if the temperature is optimal for enzyme activity, the rate will increase, as production is at its high.


Why do organisms fail to multiply when kept at temperature below their mininum or above their maximum?

Extreme temperatures can denature enzymes crucial for metabolic processes, compromising an organism's ability to reproduce. At low temperatures, enzyme activity is too slow to support metabolism and growth. At high temperatures, enzymes can become permanently damaged, preventing essential biochemical reactions from taking place.

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Are enzymes permanently inactivated by high temperature extremes or are changes in the enzymes reversible?

Enzymes are permanently inactivated by high temperature extremes. They are denatured.


What Enzymes can be denatured by what environmental factor?

Denaturing of enzymes is by high temperature, high pH value, and concentration.


What environmental factor can enzymes be denatured by?

Denaturing of enzymes is by high temperature, high pH value, and concentration.


What is a possible source of high-temperature cellulase enzymes?

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Why might enzyme's activity decrease at very high temperatures?

Enzymes activity is affected by temperature. At a very high temperature, enzymes became denature that means they lose their original shape, which is important for them to react. Thus, enzyme activity decreases at a very high temperature.


Why lipase breaks down fat into fatty acid only works well at temperatures close to body temperature?

Because if enzymes are exposed to very high temperature they get damaged and don't work properly but they also need pretty high temperature to work to their maximum quickness. Body temperature is PERFECT!


How may enzymes be deactivated?

high temperature may denature enzyme activity by passing optimum temperature


Enzymes have optimal temperatures.most human enzymes have an optimal temperature of about?

The optimal temperature of enzymes in humans is about 37c, the same as the human body's temperature. However, some enzymes work at higher temperatures than 37 but not very high because higher temperatures denatures (destroy) the enzymes.


Why humans have a defined body temperature?

So the enzymes function properly, temperature too low = inefficient working due to not enough kinetic energy, temperature too high means the enzymes will denature (die!)


Why does increasing temperature stop an enzyme from working?

Although enzymes can become more active when the temperature increases, once it reaches beyond a certain threshold, enzymes are said to become "denatured". Once denatured, the enzymes become damaged and can no longer fit into each other in order for a reaction to occur.


Could photosynthesis decrease if you increase light-intensity?

Temperature affects the rate. Because of it is using enzymes.


Why is a high fever dangerous to enzymes?

A high fever can denature enzymes by altering their shape and structure. Enzymes are sensitive to changes in temperature, and a high fever can disrupt the delicate balance needed for enzymes to function properly, leading to decreased enzyme activity and potentially causing harmful effects on various biological processes in the body.