Chapter 21, Problem 50A

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The term for biological catalyst needs to be identified.

Concept introduction:

The biological catalyst is termed as enzymes. They are made up of different types of amino acids. They affect the speed of the biochemical reaction.

The complex structure and the different types of bonding help to affect the biochemical reaction.

Answer to Problem 50A

Biological catalyst is known as enzyme.

Explanation of Solution

Enzymes is use as biological catalyst, it have the capability to change the speed of biochemical reactions. This is a type of globular protein. They are composed of the tertiary structure of proteins.

Conclusion

The protein which can affect the speed of biochemical reaction is known as an enzyme. It speeds up the chemical reaction without consuming in the reaction. The amount of enzymes does not change in the biochemical reaction.