Combined Science GCSE
Effect of pH on enzyme activity
What Effect of pH on enzyme activity means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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A pH close to the enzyme's optimum gives the shortest time and fastest rate, while extremes of pH slow the reaction because the enzyme is denatured.
Topics that use Effect of pH on enzyme activity
- The human digestive system (AQA GCSE)
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