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What is the main function of isozymes in metabolism?
What is the main function of isozymes in metabolism?
- To have different kinetic parameters
- To encode different alleles of the same gene
- To have identical functions but different variants
- To fine-tune metabolism to meet specific tissue or developmental needs (correct)
Which term is used to describe enzymes that differ in amino acid sequence but catalyze the same chemical reaction?
Which term is used to describe enzymes that differ in amino acid sequence but catalyze the same chemical reaction?
- Homologous genes
- Isozymes (correct)
- Kinetic parameters
- Allozymes
What is the difference between isozymes and allozymes?
What is the difference between isozymes and allozymes?
- Isozymes are present in the same individual, while allozymes are present in different individuals
- Isozymes are encoded by different genes, while allozymes are encoded by different alleles of the same gene (correct)
- Isozymes have identical functions, while allozymes have different functions
- Isozymes have different kinetic parameters, while allozymes have different amino acid sequences
Who first described isozymes?
Who first described isozymes?
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What is the significance of isozymes being encoded by homologous genes?
What is the significance of isozymes being encoded by homologous genes?
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