Biology · Enzymes
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The active form of an enzyme is called:
- A
Coenzyme
- B
Apoenzyme
- C
Holoenzyme
- D
Proenzyme
OPTION A: The co-enzymes are the derivatives of vitamins. e.g. ATP, NAD+, and FAD+ are common coenzymes.
OPTION B: The protein part of the enzyme which is catalytically inactive is called apoenzyme.
OPTION C: An enzyme that requires a cofactor and becomes active only if the cofactor is combined with it. Such an active enzyme is called a holoenzyme. Hence, C is the correct option.
OPTION D: Proenzyme is any of a group of proteins that are converted to active enzymes by partial breakdown, as by the action of an acid or other enzyme.
The co-enzymes are the derivatives of vitamins. e.g. ATP, NAD+, and FAD+ are common coenzymes.
The protein part of the enzyme which is catalytically inactive is called apoenzyme.
An enzyme that requires a cofactor and becomes active only if the cofactor is combined with it. Such an active enzyme is called a holoenzyme. Hence, C is the correct option.
Proenzyme is any of a group of proteins that are converted to active enzymes by partial breakdown, as by the action of an acid or other enzyme.
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