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Control of enzyme activity

Enzymes are powerful and specific catalysts for the many thousands of chemical reactions taking place in living organisms. However, it is vital that their activity can be regulated to meet a variety of circumstances.

This carbonated drink contains the synthetic sweetener aspartame, registered under the trade name Nutrasweet. The enzyme thermolysin catalyses the joining of aspartic acid and phenylalanine in the correct way.

Enzyme catalysis

Metabolic control

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