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Investigating what affects the rate of reaction of Catalase and potato.
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Investigating what affects the rate of reaction of Catalase and potato Aim: To investigate the effect that surface area of a potato has on the rate of reaction between the Catalase and potatoes. Hypothesis: An enzyme is something that is used to break down larger molecules into smaller ones. Enzymes can be found in all living things, and they act like catalysts to speed up the process of decomposition of the large molecules. The enzyme Catalase is found in many living tissues including potato cells. Catalase breaks down hydrogen peroxide solution into water and oxygen gas. If we place a piece of potato into a solution of Hydrogen Peroxide the Catalase in the potato will react with the Hydrogen Peroxide and cause it to break down into the oxygen bubbles and water. If there is a larger surface area or potato, there is more chance of collision from the hydrogen Peroxide particles...
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