Enzyme Catalysis and Specificity
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What is the primary function of lyases in enzyme catalysis?

  • To synthesize molecules using ATP
  • To add or remove water, ammonia or CO2 (correct)
  • To catalyze the inter-conversion of isomers
  • To break peptide bonds
  • Which of the following enzymes is an example of a ligase?

  • Pyruvate carboxylase (correct)
  • Fumarase
  • Decarboxylase
  • Aldolase
  • What is the primary function of isomerases in enzyme catalysis?

  • To break peptide bonds
  • To catalyze the inter-conversion of isomers (correct)
  • To add or remove water, ammonia or CO2
  • To synthesize molecules using ATP
  • What is the role of metal ions in metalloenzymes?

    <p>As a structural component of the enzyme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between a simple protein and a conjugated protein?

    <p>Conjugated proteins require a non-protein component for activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of ATP in ligase reactions?

    <p>To provide energy for the reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of decarboxylase?

    <p>To remove water or CO2 from a molecule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Mg2+ in enzyme catalysis?

    <p>As a bridge between the enzyme and its substrate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of aldolase?

    <p>To cleave C-C or C-S bonds without using water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of enzymes in general?

    <p>To catalyze chemical reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

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