Lactase is essential for digesting lactose in milk. this enzyme is specific for this sugar. why? molecules and active sites vary in size; only properly sized molecules can fit. there is a precise compatibility between the active site and the lactose molecule. specificity refers to the action of the enzyme, such as hydrolysis, and relatively few molecules can be hydrolyzed. reaction-specific enzymes assume a fit by folding around the most numerous substrate molecules.

How is the national wildlife refuge system similar to the pacific region coastal program? a. both programs are concerned with providing habitats for wildlife b. both programs are primarily concerned with preserving fish species c. both programs have set aside 150 million acres of land d. both programs are under the u. s. fish and wildlife service

Resperation is a way to release carbon back into the atmosphere

High blood pressure occurs when there is too much blood flowing through the blood vessels at one time. by changing the amount of water in the blood, blood pressure can change. the excretory system can to lower blood pressure. which would most likely occur in the kidney? a)more water would be transferred from the nephron. b)less water would be absorbed into the nephron. c)the amount of water in the bladder would decrease. d)the amount of water in the blood would increase.