The Evolution of Enzymatic Activities

Divergence example: MAP vs. Creatinase

Alterations in a single ______ can greatly affect an enzyme's ______ for its substrate, leading to new functions.

______, which add a phosphate group to substrates, are crucial in ______ signaling and metabolism.

The ability of enzymes to quickly adapt is demonstrated by their minor changes, which are significant for ______ and meeting new ______ challenges.

Enzyme natural constraints

Rational design in protein engineering

Directed evolution technique

In the production of ______, enzymes like cellulases are used to convert cellulose into ______.

______ are utilized in the biofuel industry to assist with biomass ______ before ethanol production.

Enzymes in detergents, like ______, help remove stains from guar gum, commonly used as a ______ in foods.

Enzymes are selected for their performance in ______ conditions and their compatibility with different ______ formulas.

Enzymes in brewing

Enzymes in meat and cheese production

Enzymes in starch and juice processing

Enzymes like xylanases are utilized in the ______ industry to bleach kraft pulp, minimizing the use of ______ chemicals.

For contact lens hygiene, the ______ care industry uses proteases to remove protein deposits and prevent ______.