What is the role of cofactors in enzyme activity?

Practice Questions

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What is the role of cofactors in enzyme activity?
  1. To provide energy for the reaction
  2. To stabilize the enzyme structure
  3. To assist in the catalytic process
  4. To act as a substrate

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the role of cofactors in enzyme activity?
  • Step 1: Understand that enzymes are proteins that help speed up chemical reactions in the body.
  • Step 2: Learn that cofactors are non-protein molecules that help enzymes work better.
  • Step 3: Know that cofactors can be metal ions (like zinc or magnesium) or organic molecules (like vitamins).
  • Step 4: Realize that cofactors can help enzymes by stabilizing their structure or helping them bind to the substrate (the molecule they act on).
  • Step 5: Remember that without cofactors, some enzymes may not work at all or may work less efficiently.
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