Chapter 12, Problem 33QP

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The part of an enzyme that reacts with the reactants when an enzyme behaves as a catalyst is to be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Catalyst is a substance used in the reactions to increase its rate, without being actually consumed in the reaction. If the reaction occurs in the human body, the catalyst is known as enzymes. They are organic molecules; proteins which tend to increase the biological reaction.