Question
Biology Question on Biomolecules
An organic substance bound to an enzyme and essential for its activity is called:
A
coenzyme
B
holoenzyme
C
apoenzyme
D
isoenzyme
Answer
coenzyme
Explanation
Solution
Coenzymes are organic molecules that bind to enzymes and are required for their proper functioning. They often participate in enzyme-catalyzed reactions by donating or accepting chemical groups during the reaction. Coenzymes are essential for the catalytic activity of many enzymes.
So, the correct option is (A): coenzyme