Are amino acids outside the active site important for optimal function of the enzyme? Explain your response.

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Biology

Jamie Holloway

11 October, 20:43

Are amino acids outside the active site important for optimal function of the enzyme? Explain your response.

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Gracie Bryan · Answer 1

Yes they are important.

Explanation:

For an enzyme to function optimally it needs recognition and proper binding to its substrate. Amino acids outside the active site may be important for binding and conferring shape and interactions that are crucial for substrate recognition and catalysis.