Binding Site
Definition
A binding site is a region on a protein or piece of DNA where a specific molecule, such as another protein or a small chemical compound, can bind. This interaction often results in a change in the function or activity of the protein.
Related terms
Active Site: The part of an enzyme where substrates bind and undergo a chemical reaction.
Ligand: A substance that forms a complex with a biomolecule to serve a biological purpose. In protein-ligand binding, the ligand is usually a molecule which produces a signal by binding to a site on target protein.
Receptor: A specialized cell or group of nerve endings that responds to sensory stimuli.
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AP Biology - 3.3 Environmental Impacts on Enzyme Function
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