Enzymes and Vitamins Quiz

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What is the primary function of enzymes in chemical reactions?

To produce energy

To lower activation energy (correct)

To alter equilibrium

To consume substrates

What are coenzymes commonly derived from?

Nucleic acids

Carbohydrates

Vitamins (correct)

Proteins

Which term describes the reactant in an enzyme-catalyzed reaction?

Product

Cofactor

Substrate (correct)

Inhibitor

Which of the following is NOT a vitamin mentioned as a coenzyme?

Vitamin D Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of molecular recognition in enzymes?

Enzymes have substrate specificity Signup and view all the answers

Why are vitamins crucial for the body according to the given content?

They serve as essential co-factors for enzymes. Signup and view all the answers

How do enzymes affect the rate of chemical reactions?

By reducing the activation energy Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of vitamins in relation to enzymes?

They function as co-factors. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of co-factors in enzyme function?

They are specific substances required for enzyme activity. Signup and view all the answers

What process enables the enzyme's active site to adapt to the substrate?

Induced fit Signup and view all the answers

Which interaction types help bind the substrate to the enzyme's active site?

Van der Waals, hydrogen, and ionic interactions Signup and view all the answers

What kind of amino acid is commonly involved in enzyme reaction mechanisms?

Nucleophilic amino acids Signup and view all the answers

How does the binding process affect the substrate during enzymatic catalysis?

It strains and weakens vital bonds in the substrate. Signup and view all the answers

What role does serine play in the reaction of acetylcholine by acetylcholinesterase?

It undergoes a covalent bond formation with acetylcholine. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the active site of an enzyme?

It is a flexible region where substrates bind and reactions occur. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the specificity of enzymes?

Enzymes are highly specific for particular substrates. Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is not produced by the human body?

Vitamin A Signup and view all the answers

What is one method used for the purification of vitamin samples before analysis?

Immuno-affinity columns Signup and view all the answers

What type of diet is essential for obtaining vitamins?

A balanced diet including fruits, vegetables, and proteins Signup and view all the answers

What does ELISA stand for in vitamin analysis?

Enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following foods is commonly enriched with vitamins to improve health?

Baby food Signup and view all the answers

What role does histidine play in enzyme activity?

It acts as an acid/base catalyst. Signup and view all the answers

How do competitive inhibitors affect enzyme activity?

They reduce the probability of substrate entering the active site. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between competitive and noncompetitive inhibitors?

Competitive inhibitors bind at the active site, while noncompetitive bind elsewhere. Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of increased substrate concentration on noncompetitive inhibition?

It has no effect on inhibition level. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes irreversible inhibitors compared to reversible inhibitors?

They create covalent bonds with the enzyme. Signup and view all the answers

Where do allosteric inhibitors bind on an enzyme?

At a different region called the allosteric site. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the concentration of a biosynthesis product is high regarding enzyme activity?

The allosteric site is occupied, leading to reduced enzyme activity. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of interactions do reversible inhibitors rely on to bind with enzymes?

Ionic bonding and intermolecular interactions. Signup and view all the answers

Which coenzyme is required for transamination reactions?

Pyridoxal phosphate (PLP) Signup and view all the answers

What type of group does coenzyme B12 help change during its reactions?

A bonded group to a hydrogen atom Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin is necessary for the synthesis of tetrahydrofolate (THF)?

Folic acid Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of Vitamin K in the body?

Clotting of blood Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme requires N5,N10-methylene-THF as a coenzyme for its action?

Thymidylate synthase Signup and view all the answers

Which vitamin deficiency is considered rare due to its synthesis by intestinal bacteria?

Vitamin K Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following deficiencies can cause circulatory disturbances?

Vitamin K deficiency Signup and view all the answers

What form of Vitamin K is utilized as a coenzyme in carboxylation reactions?

Vitamin KH2 Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Enzymes

Enzymes are proteins that speed up chemical reactions.
They are highly specific to the reactions they catalyze.
Enzymes require cofactors, which are often vitamins, to function.
Active site: This is a hollow on the enzyme's surface where the substrate binds.
Induced fit: The active site changes its shape to accommodate the substrate.
Enzyme inhibitors: Drugs that block enzyme activity.
- Competitive inhibitors: They compete with the substrate for the active site.
- Noncompetitive inhibitors: They bind to a different site on the enzyme, altering its shape and preventing substrate binding.

Vitamins

Essential nutrients that must be obtained through diet.
Coenzymes: Most vitamins play roles as coenzymes, assisting enzymes in specific reactions.
Vitamins are important for metabolism, energy production, immune function, and cell formation.
Vitamin A: Plays roles in vision, growth, and immune function.
Vitamin B1: Helps convert carbohydrates to energy.
Vitamin B2: Key for energy production and cell growth.
Vitamin B3 (Niacin): Crucial for energy production and cell metabolism.
Vitamin B6: Vital for amino acid metabolism, blood cell production, and immune function.
Vitamin B7 (Biotin): Involved in carbohydrate and fat metabolism, cell growth, and skin health.
Vitamin B12: Essential for cell growth, DNA production, and red blood cell development.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic acid): A powerful antioxidant, crucial for immune function, collagen production, and wound healing.
Folic acid: Vital for DNA synthesis, cell division, and red blood cell production.
Vitamin D: Promotes calcium absorption and bone health.
Vitamin E: A potent antioxidant that protects cells from damage.
Vitamin K: Essential for blood clotting.

Vitamin Analysis

Essential to ensure that food and supplements contain the declared amounts of vitamins.
Immunoaffinity columns (IAC): Used for sample purification before analysis using HPLC or LC/MS.
ELISA test: A simpler and more affordable method for vitamin analysis.

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Test your knowledge on enzymes and vitamins with this quiz! Explore the specific roles, mechanisms, and essential functions of these crucial biomolecules in chemical reactions and metabolism. Enhance your understanding of how enzymes interact with substrates and the importance of vitamins as cofactors.