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Enzyme Activation Pathways Quiz

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What is the name given to inactive protease enzymes?

Zymogens (correct)

Proactive enzymes

Proproteins

Proenzymes

What is the process by which zymogens are activated?

Proteolytic cleavage (correct)

Allosteric activation

Reversible activation

Spontaneous activation

What is the main reason for the synthesis of zymogens as inactive precursors?

To require an additional activation step for regulatory control

To prevent premature cleavage of proteins at the site of synthesis or secretion (correct)

To allow for storage of the enzymes until needed

To increase the stability of the enzymes

Which of the following best describes the activation of zymogens?

It is an irreversible process Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the activation of zymogens?

To switch on processes at the appropriate time and place Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key feature of zymogen activation?

It occurs through specific proteolytic cleavage Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of synthesizing proteases as inactive zymogens?

To prevent premature activation and cleavage of proteins Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the activation mechanism of zymogens?

It requires specific proteolytic cleavage by an activator Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary advantage of synthesizing proteases as inactive zymogens?

It prevents premature cleavage of proteins at the site of synthesis Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of zymogens in biological processes?

They enable the appropriate timing and regulation of proteolytic events Signup and view all the answers