What happens to enzymes when you increase or decrease: (a) Temperature (b) pH (c) Substrate concentration?
(a) Temperature: Increasing temperature generally increases enzyme activity up to a point, as it provides more energy for molecular collisions. However, beyond the enzyme’s optimal temperature, the enzyme can denature and lose its activity. (b) pH: Each enzyme has an optimal pH range, and changes in pH can alter the enzyme’s shape, affecting its ability … Read more