9. Terms to know: substrate : substances on which enzymes act upon Note the surface configuration/shape of the substrate & enzymes Enzyme-substrate complex
21. Enzymes Active site : the substrate binding site of an enzyme The shape of the substrate has to be complementary to the active site for the chemical reaction to take place
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23. 3) Breakdown of complex substances Chemical reactions produce H 2 O 2 H 2 O 2 is toxic to tissues Cells produce catalase Catalase breaks down hydrogen peroxide water and oxygen