12 Questions
What type of specificity do enzymes exhibit when they are specific for a particular substrate?
Substrate Specificity
Which enzyme is specific for Ester bonds?
Lipase
Which amino acids does L amino acid Oxidase act on?
L-amino acids only
What type of specificity has the highest specificity according to the text?
Optical Specificity (Stereo Specificity)
Which of the following is NOT a biological importance of enzymes as stated in the text?
Found in nonliving cells
Transaminase requires which cofactor to function?
B6
What is the main function of enzymes in biochemical reactions?
Enhance the rate of reactions
Which molecule carries the information for the synthesis of enzymes?
DNA
What type of structure do enzymes have?
Globular protein structure
How do enzymes interact with substrates in biochemical reactions?
Act on one or a few substrates
Which component synthesizes enzymes in the cell?
Ribosomes
What property allows enzymes to enhance the rate of reactions by many folds?
Extraordinary catalytic power
Test your knowledge on various types of enzyme specificity such as bond specificity, group specificity, cofactor specificity, substrate specificity, and optical specificity. Learn about enzymes' preferences towards different types of bonds, groups, cofactors, substrates, and optical configurations.
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