14 Questions
Which class of enzymes is responsible for catalyzing oxidation-reduction reactions?
Oxidoreductases
Which enzyme class would be involved in adding oxygen to a substrate?
Oxidoreductases
Enzymes like peroxidase and catalase belong to which enzyme class?
Oxidoreductases
An enzyme that removes hydrogen atoms from a molecule would most likely belong to which class of enzymes?
Oxidoreductases
If an enzyme is involved in transferring electrons from one molecule to another, which class of enzymes would it belong to?
Oxidoreductases
How many classes are enzymes classified under according to the given text?
6
How many subgroups does each class of enzymes have based on the text?
Numerous
What is the total number of enzyme subclasses in all 6 classes combined?
36
How are enzymes grouped within each class in the enzyme classification system?
Based on substrate specificity
Which EC subclass is responsible for catalyzing reactions involving the transfer of functional groups between molecules?
Transferases
Which subclass of enzymes would be most likely involved in catalyzing the addition or removal of water molecules during a reaction?
Lyase
An enzyme classified under which subclass would be most appropriate for catalyzing the breaking and forming of covalent bonds within a molecule?
Ligases
Which subclass of enzymes is responsible for catalyzing reactions where a molecule undergoes a stereochemical rearrangement?
Isomerase
If an enzyme is involved in transferring electrons between molecules, which EC subclass is it likely classified under?
Oxidoreductases
Test your knowledge on the classification of enzymes according to nomenclature. Learn about the 6 classes and numerous subgroups that enzymes are categorized into.
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