The Amoeba Sisters explain enzymes and how they interact with their substrates. Vocabulary covered includes active site, induced fit, coenzyme, and cofactor. Also the importance of ideal pH and temperatures for enzymes are discussed. This video has a handout here: http://www.amoebasisters.com/handouts...

Table of Contents:
00:00 Intro
00:40 Enzyme Characteristics & Vocabulary
1:43 Enzymes in Reactions
2:00 Example of an Enzyme (Lactase)
2:43: Example of Lacking Certain Enzymes
3:18 Enzymes in Digestive System
3:37 Cofactors and Coenzymes
4:02 Denaturation of Enzymes
5:05 Many Diseases Can Involve Enzymes

The Amoeba Sisters videos demystify science with humor and relevance. The videos center on Pinky's certification and experience in teaching biology at the high school level. For more information about The Amoeba Sisters, visit: http://www.amoebasisters.com/about-us...

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We cover the basics in biology concepts at the secondary level. If you are looking to discover more about biology and go into depth beyond these basics, our recommended reference is the FREE, peer reviewed, open source OpenStax biology textbook: https://openstax.org/details/books/bi...

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TRANSLATIONS:
Greek Subtitles: Τμήμα Υγείας, 4ο ΓΕΛ Αλεξ/πολης, 2022-2023
Vietnamese subtitles: Tracy Tran
Hindi Subtitles: Alisha Aggarwal

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