Chapter 23, Problem 23.90P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

An explanation for the statement that before the discovery of thermophilic bacteria it was impossible to have an automated system of DNA synthesis is to be stated.

Concept Introduction:

The biological catalysts which lower the minimum amount of energy required by the reactants to convert into product are known as enzymes. An enzyme does not alter the potential energy of reactant and product. The optimum temperature for activity of enzymes produced by bacteria and higher organisms is $\text{37°C}$. Above this temperature, enzymes are inactive.