Describe Two Factors Which May Increase Enzyme Activity and Two

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Essay

Describe two factors which may increase enzyme activity and two factors which may decrease enzyme activity. Explain how each factor works to increase or decrease enzyme activity, and identify whether that factor is used internally by the cell (i.e. for regulation of a chemical reaction) or acts externally (i.e. is a component of the environment or a human- influenced component).

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Definitions:

Autonomic Nervous System

A subdivision of the peripheral nervous system (PNS); it transmits sensory signals and motor signals back and forth between the central nervous system (CNS) and the body’s glands and internal organs.

True Threat

A statement intended to communicate a serious expression of an intent to commit an act of violence against an individual or group.

Psychological Testing

The process of administering tests and assessments to evaluate psychological constructs such as intelligence, personality, and mental health.

Physiological Tests

Assessments conducted to evaluate the bodily functions and efficiency of organ systems.