Chapter 21, Problem 84P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The induced-fit model and lock-and-key model of enzyme specificity needs to be explained, using the given representations for substrate and an enzyme.

Concept introduction:

Enzymes are defined as a biological catalyst for various reactions in the living organisms. Enzymes are specific in nature and bind to specific substrate to catalyze any biochemical reaction. There are two models which will explain the specificity of enzyme namely; induced-fit model and lock-and-key model. The molecule that bound to the enzyme is known as substrate and that particular area where the substrate bound is known as active site of an enzyme.