Figuer: This Diagram Shows the Basic Structure and Function of an an Enzyme

question 23

Multiple Choice

Figuer:
This diagram shows the basic structure and function of an enzyme, acting to catalyze a cell's chemical reaction.
-The molecule that fits into the active site of an enzyme and reacts with the enzyme is

• A) an analog.
• B) a substrate.
• C) always a carbohydrate.
• D) always broken down by the enzyme.
• E) always a protein.

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Definitions:

Taste Buds

Sensory organs located on the tongue, allowing the perception of taste, including sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami.

Olfactory Cells

Specialized sensory neurons located in the olfactory epithelium of the nose, responsible for detecting odorous molecules and sending signals to the brain.

Mechanoreceptors

Sensory receptors that respond to mechanical pressure or distortion, involved in detecting touch, pressure, and sound.

Cutaneous Receptors

Sensory receptors located in the skin that respond to touch, pressure, temperature, and pain.