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What are enzymes?
What are enzymes?
- Nucleic acids that accelerate the metabolic processes of an organism
- Proteins produced in living cells that speed up biochemical reactions (correct)
- Carbohydrates extracted from cells and used to catalyze metabolic processes
- Lipids produced in living cells
What are the limitations associated with the production of enzymes from animal and plant sources?
What are the limitations associated with the production of enzymes from animal and plant sources?
- Unlimited quantities, easy isolation and purification, low cost, and no contamination
- High quantities, easy purification, low cost, and no risk of contamination
- Limited quantities, difficulties in isolating and purifying enzymes, cost factor, and contamination (correct)
- No limitations, easy extraction, cost-effective, and no risk of contamination
Why is microbial production of enzymes preferred over production from animal and plant sources?
Why is microbial production of enzymes preferred over production from animal and plant sources?
- Animal and plant sources do not contain the necessary enzymes for industrial applications
- Animal and plant sources are no longer available for enzyme extraction
- Microbial production yields higher quantities of enzymes with less purification required
- Microbial production is cheaper and less risky in terms of contamination (correct)
What kind of enzymes can be obtained from animal organs and tissues?
What kind of enzymes can be obtained from animal organs and tissues?
What is the main problem with the production of commercial enzymes directly by mammalian cell cultures?
What is the main problem with the production of commercial enzymes directly by mammalian cell cultures?
What is the specific part of biochemistry related to the chemical nature and biological activity of enzymes?
What is the specific part of biochemistry related to the chemical nature and biological activity of enzymes?
What are enzymes in living organisms primarily known as?
What are enzymes in living organisms primarily known as?
Where are lipases, esterases, and proteases primarily obtained from?
Where are lipases, esterases, and proteases primarily obtained from?
What is the main drawback associated with the production of enzymes from animal and plant sources?
What is the main drawback associated with the production of enzymes from animal and plant sources?
Which type of production method is preferred due to limitations associated with animal and plant sources?
Which type of production method is preferred due to limitations associated with animal and plant sources?
