Enzymes are often used in paper conservation to aid in the removal of adhesive residues from previous repairs or to facilitate removal of poor-quality secondary backing supports and mats. Art conservators need to understand the chemistry of enzymes to select and use them appropriately.
After completing this tutorial, you will be able to:
- Describe the chemical composition of enzymes
- Understand the difference between the primary, secondary, tertiary, and quaternary structures
- Characterize the functions of enzymes, co-enzymes, and co-factors
- State the functions of three significant types of enzymes in art conservation: amylase, lipase, and protease
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