Hi I have done my own research, but I can't seem to find any specific answers I'm looking for, my question is what is the lock and key mechanism to explain how enzymes work

This should point you in the right direction: HowStuffWorks "Enzymes"

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Originally Posted by Curlyben

This should point you in the right direction: HowStuffWorks "Enzymes"

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Thank you, I think it'll help :)

I'll try to explain:

The 'lock' is the enzyme and has a specific shape, so that only the fitting 'key' (that is the substrate) can fit in, but not other 'keys'. THis shows that only one type of enzyme can work on one type of substrate.

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Originally Posted by Unknown008

I'll try to explain:

The 'lock' is the enzyme and has a specific shape, so that only the fitting 'key' (that is the substrate) can fit in, but not other 'keys'. THis shows that only one type of enzyme can work on one type of substrate.

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Thank you its helped with my work :)

You're most welcomed mysterious_nad!:)