Catalysts and Enzymes

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These flashcards cover key concepts related to catalysts and enzymes, including definitions, specificity, and their role in chemical reactions.

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Catalyst

A substance that changes the speed of a chemical reaction without being used up itself.

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Enzyme

A category of catalysts that work in living organisms and are very specific.

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Specificity of Enzymes

Enzymes are highly specific, meaning they only catalyze a particular reaction.

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Enzyme-Substrate Interaction

For an enzyme to function, it must fit perfectly with the substrate it acts upon.

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Chemical Reaction Speed

A catalyst increases or decreases the speed of a chemical reaction.