Describe the lock and key theory in reference to the enzyme Amylase

The lock and key theory suggests that there is a complimentary shaped substrate that will fit exactly into the specific shape of the enzyme's active site. In this case, amalyase is the enzyme and the substrate is starch. The starch molecule will be complimentary in shape and fit into the active site of Amalyase, so it can be broken down into maltose.

Answered by Alexander G. Biology tutor

23806 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

Describe competitive and non-competitive enzyme inhibition


What is the series of events that occur when an action potential enters the presynaptic neuron


Explain the neuromuscular junction


What are the different stages of mitosis and what do they consist of?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact usWhatsapp logoMessage us on Whatsapptelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

© MyTutorWeb Ltd 2013–2025

Terms & Conditions|Privacy Policy
Cookie Preferences