Maltose is hydrolysed by the enzyme maltase. Explain why maltase catalyses only this reaction (3 marks)

The question is three marks, so should have three points.1) Active site of the enzyme has a specific shape/ tertiary structure/ complementary to maltose2) Only maltose can bind/ fit3) Forms an enzyme-substrate complex

AW
Answered by Amy W. Biology tutor

2954 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

How does oxidative phosphorylation work in respiration


Briefly describe the mechanism of muscle contraction.


Describe how an action potential is transmitted down the axon of a myelinated neurone


How are polynucleotide DNA strands held together? (3 marks)


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning