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Compare and contrast competitive and non-competitive enzymes inhibitors

Both competitive and non-competitive inhibitors interfere with the functioning of the enzyme's active site, reducing the number of enzyme-substrate complexes that can form. Competitive inhibitors have a s...

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What is the difference between B and T cells?

Both cells are white blood cells and are involved in the immune response. There are two main responses you should be aware of The humoral response and

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How would a reduced level of chlorphyll in a plant cause a stunted growth? Can anything else affect growth?

Chlorophyll is vital for photosynthesis, which is how the plant makes glucose for energy. If there is less photosynthesis, there will be less glucose made and so less energy released for growth. Glucose i...

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What is the Biuret test? How do I interpret the results?

The Biuret test is a test for protein, which detects for the presence of protein bonds. In the test, Biuret reagent (sodium hydroxide, hydrated copper (II) suphate and sodium tartrate) is added to the liq...

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what factors determine enzyme activity?

several factors play a role in the rate of an enzyme catalysed reaction. substrate concentration: The amount of substrate in the solution. The higher the concentration of substrate the mo...

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