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How does temperature affect our body's enzymes?

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

Temp: All enzymes go faster as temperature rises. But if too high the coagulate and you die as in heat stroke.

Answered 11/27/2017

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Enzymes.: As part of the homeostasis of the body, enzymes are designed to work well in a small temperature range. Above or below that small range, the enzymes do not work well, and sometimes they do not work at all. Hope that helps.

Answered 6/8/2017

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