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What is the main function of enzymes?
What is the main function of enzymes?
- To function as proteins
- To act as catalysts (correct)
- To be consumed in biochemical reactions
- To undergo denaturation reactions
Which type of enzyme is composed only of protein?
Which type of enzyme is composed only of protein?
- Coenzyme
- Simple enzyme (correct)
- Conjugated enzyme
- Apoenzyme
What is the function of an oxidoreductase enzyme?
What is the function of an oxidoreductase enzyme?
- Oxidation–reduction reaction (correct)
- Hydrolysis reaction
- Transfer of a functional group
- Addition of a water molecule
What is the function of a cofactor in an enzyme?
What is the function of a cofactor in an enzyme?
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What type of reaction does a hydrolase enzyme catalyze?
What type of reaction does a hydrolase enzyme catalyze?
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Which ion is considered a typical metal ion cofactor for enzymes?
Which ion is considered a typical metal ion cofactor for enzymes?
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Which enzyme class catalyzes the removal of hydrogen from lactate ion?
Which enzyme class catalyzes the removal of hydrogen from lactate ion?
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How are coenzymes or co-substrates related to dietary vitamins?
How are coenzymes or co-substrates related to dietary vitamins?
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What is the function of a transferase enzyme?
What is the function of a transferase enzyme?
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What determines the nomenclature used for enzymes?
What determines the nomenclature used for enzymes?
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Which enzyme type catalyzes the addition/removal of groups to form double bonds without hydrolysis or oxidation?
Which enzyme type catalyzes the addition/removal of groups to form double bonds without hydrolysis or oxidation?
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What is a common function of dehydratase and hydratase enzymes?
What is a common function of dehydratase and hydratase enzymes?
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