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Bioogy 1 help me please!!!?
Most enzymes in the human body work best at 37 degrees celsius. Imagine scientists have discovered an enzyme in the body that works best at 39 degrees celsius. What processes or functions might this enzyme be involved in?
How do a sodium atom and a positive sodium ion differ?
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- 1 decade ago
I'm not quite sure about the first question, but the the enzyme may be involved in thermoregulation. If your body is not dissipating heat quickly enough, the enzyme might quicken the process. Not sure how. Or, the enzyme might be part of the immune response when fevers occur. The body often has fevers to counteract bacteria or viral infections. 39 degrees celsius may be a bit high for fevers though...
The sodium atom is neutral, but the sodium ion has a missing electron. Therefore, the sodium ion is like Neon, except it has one more proton.
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