NEET Solved Paper 2019 Question 19

Question: Consider the following statements: [NEET 5-5-2019]

[A] Coenzyme of metal ion that is tightly bound to enzyme protein is called prosthetic group. [B] A complete catalytic active enzyme with its bound prosthetic group is called apoenzyme Select the correct option.

Options:

A) Both [A] and [B] are false

B) [A] is false but [B] is true

C) Both [A] and [B] are true

D) [A] is true but [B] is false

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

  • Prosthetic groups are organic compounds which are firmly attached with apoenzyme. Prostetic group with Apoenzyme formes holoenzyme