The tertiary structure of maltase is vital as it dictates the precise shape of the active site, which must be complementary to its substrate, maltose, for catalysis to occur.
The tertiary structure of maltase is crucial because it defines the specific shape of the active site, ensuring complementarity only to its substrate, maltose. Any alteration would prevent substrate binding and catalysis.
| Front | Why is the tertiary structure of maltase essential to its function? (3 marks) |
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| Back | Tertiary structure determines the specific shape of the active site The active site is only complementary to a specific substrate any change in shape will mean the enzyme cannot catalyse that reaction |
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