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First off...What is an Enzyme?
Most enzymes are proteins. Enzymes act as catalysts to regulate metabolism (increases rate of reaction). To stress how essential enzymes are, it is important to know that without them, the biochemical reactions that take place in our bodies would be too slow to sustain life. So it is true that reactions can occur without enzymes, but life would not be possible with out them.
Now that we know what an enzyme is, and what it is made out of, we can see what affects certain environments have on these proteins. If one wants to have proper functioning enzymes, it is crucial to make sure that the environment in the organism, is not altered. Alteration includes:
1.) The increase or decrease of pH
2.)Drastic Change in temperature
3.)And change in Salt Concentration
What if one of these changes are applied in the environment of an enzyme? The enzyme is denatured; meaning the protein will lose its original shape. Now that the enzyme has lost its shape, it will not be able to function its usual, proper way.
If you were to compare the reaction rate of a potato in a sustainable environment (potato #1) and a potato that has been heated in high temperatures(potato #2), you can be sure to find that potato #1 will have quicker reactions.
Although enzyme can denature with the extreme change of environment, they can sometimes return to the original shape, once the denaturing agent is removed.
What else can I help you with?
What is the observation Potato and hydrogen peroxide?
When a potato is exposed to hydrogen peroxide, a reaction occurs due to the enzyme catalase present in the potato cells. This enzyme breaks down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, leading to the formation of bubbles. This observation demonstrates the catalytic activity of enzymes and highlights the potato's ability to metabolize hydrogen peroxide, which is a toxic byproduct of cellular processes. The bubbling effect is a clear visual indication of this enzymatic reaction.
What happens when crushed potato was added to hydrogen peroxide?
When crushed potato is added to hydrogen peroxide, the enzyme catalase in the potato catalyzes the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen gas. This reaction produces bubbling or foaming as the oxygen gas is released.
What effect does hydrogen peroxide have on potato and does it differ for each type of potato?
Hydrogen peroxide can cause an oxidative reaction on potatoes, which can change their texture, taste, and color. The effect may vary slightly depending on the type of potato due to differences in starch content and enzyme composition, but in general, most potatoes will exhibit a similar reaction to hydrogen peroxide.
What has no effect on the rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction?
Enzyme concentration has no effect on the rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction after reaching a saturation point where all enzyme active sites are occupied. At this point, adding more enzyme will not increase the reaction rate further.
What happen when a raw potato is mixed with hydrogen peroxide?
When a raw potato is mixed with hydrogen peroxide, the enzyme catalase in the potato helps break down the hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen gas. This reaction produces bubbles of oxygen gas as a result of the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide.
Does potato tissue contain an enzyme?
DO U MEAN POTATO SKIN? If so "yes"
What enzyme begins the break down of potato?
Amylase
What happens when crushed potato was added to hydrogen peroxide?
When crushed potato is added to hydrogen peroxide, the enzyme catalase in the potato catalyzes the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen gas. This reaction produces bubbling or foaming as the oxygen gas is released.
Do potato cells have catalase?
Yes, potato cells do contain the enzyme catalase. Catalase is an antioxidant enzyme present in many living organisms, including plants like potatoes, where it helps break down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen.
What has no effect on the rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction?
Enzyme concentration has no effect on the rate of an enzyme-catalyzed reaction after reaching a saturation point where all enzyme active sites are occupied. At this point, adding more enzyme will not increase the reaction rate further.
What effect does hydrogen peroxide have on potato and does it differ for each type of potato?
Hydrogen peroxide can cause an oxidative reaction on potatoes, which can change their texture, taste, and color. The effect may vary slightly depending on the type of potato due to differences in starch content and enzyme composition, but in general, most potatoes will exhibit a similar reaction to hydrogen peroxide.
Would chemical digestion begin earlier on a potato or butter?
potato amalayze- an enzyme that is in saliva to break down starch into sugar- would break down the potato in your mouth!
What is the enzyme in potato which breaks down hydrogen peroxide?
The enzyme in potatoes that breaks down hydrogen peroxide is called catalase. Catalase helps to convert hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen, which prevents oxidative damage in the potato cells.
What is the effect of excess heat or temperature on enzyme?
Each enzyme has its ideal temperature
Can you eat sweet potatoes?
Sweet potato shows trypsin inhibitor activity. That means it contains an enzyme inhibitor that blocks the action of trypsin, an enzyme that digests proteins. The trypsin inhibitor is deactivated by cooking. Sweet potato should not be eaten raw.
Can you eat sweet potato raw?
Sweet potato shows trypsin inhibitor activity. That means it contains an enzyme inhibitor that blocks the action of trypsin, an enzyme that digests proteins. The trypsin inhibitor is deactivated by cooking. Sweet potato should not be eaten raw.
What happen when a raw potato is mixed with hydrogen peroxide?
When a raw potato is mixed with hydrogen peroxide, the enzyme catalase in the potato helps break down the hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen gas. This reaction produces bubbles of oxygen gas as a result of the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide.
