Enzymes: The Body's Helpers
Explore the fascinating world of enzymes and their vital role in the human body with this engaging worksheet for 6th graders.
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Enzymes: The Body's Helpers
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided word bank and diagrams to help you.
Enzymes are special proteins in our bodies that help speed up chemical reactions. Think of them as tiny helpers that make things happen much faster, like breaking down food or building new cells. Each enzyme has a specific job, and it's very good at that one job!
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
1. Enzymes are a type of found in living organisms.
2. Enzymes help to chemical reactions.
3. The molecule an enzyme acts upon is called its .
4. Each enzyme has a unique shape with an where the substrate binds.
5. Enzymes are very , meaning each enzyme usually only works on one type of substrate.
6. What is the primary function of enzymes in the body?
To store energy
To speed up reactions
To carry oxygen
To provide structure
7. Which of the following is an example of a process that uses enzymes?
Sleeping
Running
Digestion
Breathing
8. All enzymes can break down any type of food.
True
False
9. Enzymes are used up after they perform their job.
True
False
10. Explain in your own words what an enzyme does.
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