Problem
a) Define spontaneous and non-spontaneous reactions; why is the activation energy barrier important?
b) How were enzymes discovered?
c) Define terms: catalyst, substrate, product of enzymatic reaction, enzyme inhibitor, optimal conditions.
d) What type of molecule are most enzymes?
e) What is the function of cofactors?
f) What is the role of ATP? Which processes do cells use ATP for?
g) What is the difference between competitive and non-competitive enzyme inhibitors?
h) What is a coupled reaction and why are they useful?