10 Questions
Which type of organic compounds have a transient association with the apoenzyme during catalysis?
Co-enzymes
Which vitamin is a component of the coenzyme nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) and NADP?
Niacin
Which type of organic compounds are tightly bound to the apoenzyme as prosthetic groups?
Haem
Which metal ion serves as a cofactor for the proteolytic enzyme carboxypeptidase?
Zinc
Which enzymes catalyze the breakdown of hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen?
Peroxidase and catalase
Which of the following is a major difference between enzyme catalysts and inorganic catalysts?
Enzyme catalysts get damaged at high temperatures
At what temperature do enzymes start getting damaged?
Above 40°C
Which type of enzymes are stable and retain their catalytic power even at high temperatures?
Enzymes isolated from organisms living in hot environments
What is an important quality of enzymes isolated from thermophilic organisms?
Thermal stability
What is the temperature range at which enzymes isolated from thermophilic organisms retain their catalytic power?
Upto 90°C
Test your knowledge on prosthetic groups and coenzymes with this quiz! Learn about their role in enzyme function and how they differ from other cofactors.
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