Answer to Question #225680 in Biology for jisoo

Question

1) Can the active site of the enzyme stay active if the enzyme is converted into solid state...?

2) Can the active site of the enzyme at least absorb/attract it's substrate, if the enzyme is converted into solid state....?

Answer 1

(1)

First, the enzymes exist in the form of fluid to allow them effectively conduct metabolic functions. They can exist in a solid state. However, the process leads to denaturing of enzymes. As a result, the active site of the enzymes cannot fuse to necessary substrates, and the reaction rate will decrease.

(2)

The active site of the enzyme cannot absorb or attract its substrate when it converts to solid. These enzymes fuse with their substrates (chemical reactants). The number of substrates' attractions depends on the chemical reaction. In other reactions, one reactant substrate breaks down to form various products. On the other hand, two substrates fuse to form a colossal molecule. In solid-state, the enzymes will not be active. Therefore, the enzymes will not bind to the substrates. Ideally, enzymes are fall under proteins. They are made up of a combination of amino acids. Once the enzymes are denatured, they do not form a shape that the enzymes can fit. Therefore, the enzymes cannot attract or absorb the substrates when it is converted into solid-state.