Enzymes Reading and Worksheet

This enzymes reading pairs well with our Protein Synthesis Simplified Reading & Questions and our Protein Synthesis Simplified Activity.

This enzymes article focuses on what enzymes are and the basics of how they work. Great supplement to a DNA unit – gives real-world examples of important enzymes!

Includes a 2-page TEXT and a 2-page WORKSHEET. All of the questions on the worksheet correspond directly to the text, so no prior knowledge is required.

The text covers:

• What enzymes are
• The terms substrate, active site, products, and denature
• Factors that can affect the efficiency of an enzyme (temperature, pH, concentration)
• Enzymes are specific and only work on one type of substrate
• 4 Interesting enzyme examples

Teachers Notes:

• ANSWER KEY INCLUDED.
• Makes an excellent sub plan!
• Please note: this enzymes reading is not editable.
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