The active site of an enzyme is a specific region where substrate molecules bind and undergo a chemical reaction. It is typically a pocket or groove on the enzyme's surface, precisely shaped to fit the substrate, facilitating the enzyme's catalytic activity.

Active Site

active site of an enzyme

specific region

substrate molecules

A chemical reaction is a process where substances, known as reactants, are transformed into different substances, called products, through the breaking and forming of chemical bonds. This transformation involves changes in energy and is governed by the principles of conservation of mass and energy.

chemical reaction

pocket or groove

enzyme's surface

shaped to fit the substrate

enzyme's catalytic activity

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The Role of the Active Site in Enzyme Function

The Importance of the Active Site in Enzyme Function

Understanding the Active Site: Where Enzymes and Substrates Interact

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