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C1.1.7—Relationships between the structure of the active site, enzyme–substrate specificity and denaturation

Experiments

Here are experiments our science specialists have selected to support this IB* topic.

Testing Enzyme Activity (Spectrometer)

Experiment #6C from Investigating Biology through Inquiry

  • Identify variables, design and perform the investigation, collect data, analyze data, draw a conclusion, and formulate a knowledge claim based on evidence from the investigation.
  • Determine the rate of the peroxidase catalyzed reaction converting H2O2 to H2O and O2.
  • Gain increased understanding of factors affecting peroxidase activity.

Experiment Idea

Enzyme Action: Temperature of Denaturation

Educational Standard
International Baccalaureate (IB) 2025
Subject
Biology
Theme
C Interactions and interdependence
Level of organization
1 Molecules
Topic
C1.1 Enzymes and metabolism
Section
Standard level and higher level

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