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What are enzymes and how do they work?

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This lesson explains What are enzymes and how do they work?, focusing on Enzymes and Peptides & proteins. It helps students draw amino acids, zwitterions and peptide links and explain fat and oil structure.

EnzymesPeptides & proteinsFats, oils & triglyceridesAmino acids & zwitterionsEnzymeProteinAmino acidProtein structureActive siteCarbohydrate

Learning goals

What you should be able to do

  • draw amino acids, zwitterions and peptide links
  • explain fat and oil structure
  • explain levels of protein structure
  • explain protein denaturation
  • compare carbohydrate structures and properties

Curriculum links

VCE Chemistry connections

  • Unit 4, Area of Study 2Medicinal chemistry