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Find out, without going into too much detail the effect protease has on gelatine.
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Biology GCSE Investigation Adam Vine Background information Gelatine is a high-grade protein, which is completely naturally occurring. It is usually found in meat, gelatine is made up of: -> 84% - 90% protein> 1 - 2% mineral salts> 8 - 15 % water Gelatine is a protein, protein is essential for a healthy balanced diet. Proteins are based on amino acids, which are needed by the body to function correctly. Some amino acids the body can make itself, but there are some that the body needs but can not make by itself and must be taken from another source. Enzymes are biological catalysts that break down molecules into simpler forms. They are found all over the body from the digestive system to fighting infection. Protease is an enzyme that breaks down protein into the base amino acids. Temperature and concentration, and many other factors can affect enzymes. Variables: There are many variables that will affect the...
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