The structure of proteins . . .
A brief introduction to protein structure including primary, secondary and tertiary structure.
Hydrolysis of proteins . . .
Hydrolysing proteins using hydrochloric acid.
Proteins as enzymes . . .
A simple introduction to how enzymes act as catalysts. The page assumes a knowledge of protein structure.
The effect of changing conditions on enzyme catalysis . . .
An explanation of the effect of substrate concentration, temperature and pH on enzymes. This page follows on from the "Proteins as enzymes" page.
Enzyme inhibitors . . .
A look at various ways in which enzymes can be prevented from catalysing their reactions. This also follows on from the "Proteins as enzymes" page.