Enzymes as Highly Specific Catalysts

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What is the inactive form of an enzyme called?

  • Holoenzyme
  • Apoenzyme (correct)
  • Cofactor
  • Proenzyme

Which of the following breaks down fat molecules into fatty acids and glycerol?

  • Carbohydrase
  • Protease
  • Lipase (correct)
  • Urease

What is the complete and catalytically-active form of an enzyme known as?

  • Holoenzyme (correct)
  • Proenzyme
  • Cofactor
  • Zymogen

Which enzyme is important in the diagnosis of prostate cancer?

<p>Acid phosphatase (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme catalyzes the breakdown of protein molecules into amino acids?

<p>Protease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of molecule is broken down into glucose by carbohydrase?

<p>Starch (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme is associated with myocardial infarction and hepatitis?

<p>Aspartate transaminase (AST) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does urease relate to in terms of medical conditions?

<p>Renal Failure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the enzyme important for leukemia treatment?

<p>Asparaginase (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which enzyme activates upon binding a cofactor?

<p>Apoenzyme (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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