Wednesday, February 4, 2009

Enzymes Biological Functions

Luckily i am not those smart elite nor i am in biology.
I will surrender by memorizing those "hard-to-remember" enzymes names, structures, mechanism, biological functions. HENG !!
After reading all the informations, I came up with summarys of Enzymes
Any smart BIO people , please enlighten me if i am wrong ya.
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What is Enzyme ??
Enzymes are protein molecules which is responsible for all biological activities in human cells. Enzymes serve a wide variety of functions inside living organisms. Enzymes are organic catalysts , one of the important functions for digestive systems, increase the rate at which foods are broken down and absorbed by the body and help various metabolic functions in the body take place.
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Enzyme = Life
Can be produced or obtained by
~ Internal : Produced by our internal organs
~ External : Obtained through consuming food / fruits.
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Thousands type of enzymes exists, with a role to play in different organs in our body.
Some of the main functionalities of enzymes are:
1. Maintain a high alkaline blood ph , to naturally allow breathing in the organs.
2. Improve and strength immune system
3. Improve digestive system and aids constipation
4. Antioxidant power
5. Protect our cells from free radical damage. Promotes the growth of new , healthy cells.
6. Lower cholesterol level.
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Enzyme are also used in industrial application:
1. Dairy industry
2. Paper industry
3. Biofuel industry
4. Biological detergent / cleaners products
5. Contact lens cleaners
6. Rubber industry etc.