Catalase Investigation
In this investigation we wanted to observe how much oxygen is given off, when we change the concentration of catalase in potato discs, during the reaction with hydrogen peroxide.
Related knowledge about catalase
- The temperature and pH affect catalase activity
- It works best at the pH 7 – and room temperature
- Catalase becomes denatured if subjected to high temperature or pH other than 7
- Affects active site shape activity
Apparatus
- Scalpel
- Ruler
- White tile
- Tweezers
- Test tube with side arm and tubing
- Delivery tube
- Retort stand
- Bung
- Water bath
- Potato Cylinders
- 20% Hydrogen peroxide
- 2 measuring cylinders
- Stop clock
- Bucket for waste