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What does the term 'apoenzyme' refer to?
What does the term 'apoenzyme' refer to?
- An enzyme with only one type of coenzyme
- An enzyme without any classification number
- An enzyme without its cofactor or coenzyme (correct)
- An enzyme with its cofactor or coenzyme
In the context of enzyme kinetics, what does a higher Km value indicate?
In the context of enzyme kinetics, what does a higher Km value indicate?
- Lower affinity between the enzyme and substrate (correct)
- A fully occupied active site
- Maximum velocity the enzyme can reach
- Higher affinity between the enzyme and substrate
How would you describe Reversible Non-competitive Inhibition in terms of enzyme-substrate interaction?
How would you describe Reversible Non-competitive Inhibition in terms of enzyme-substrate interaction?
- The substrate concentration increases Km value
- The enzyme binds tightly to the substrate
- The inhibitor binds to a site outside the active site of the enzyme (correct)
- The inhibitor competes with the substrate for the active site
What is the role of a biocatalyst in a chemical reaction?
What is the role of a biocatalyst in a chemical reaction?
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Which of the following statements is true about enzymatic cofactors?
Which of the following statements is true about enzymatic cofactors?
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How do enzymes differ from ribozymes in terms of their classification as biocatalysts?
How do enzymes differ from ribozymes in terms of their classification as biocatalysts?
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What determines whether an amino acid is in L- or D- configuration?
What determines whether an amino acid is in L- or D- configuration?
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What characterizes a Zwitterion?
What characterizes a Zwitterion?
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What is the significance of reaching the isoelectric point (pI) for an amino acid?
What is the significance of reaching the isoelectric point (pI) for an amino acid?
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Which structural feature is essential for an amino acid to be considered a Zwitterion?
Which structural feature is essential for an amino acid to be considered a Zwitterion?
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