Q65 / 180 · AIIMS 2002 · Chemistry

Enzymes with two sites are called

  • A
    apoenzyme
  • Correct answer
    B
    allosteric enzyme
  • C
    holoenzyme
  • D
    conjugate enzyme.

Solution

Enzymes with two active sites are called allosteric enzymes. One of these sites is the catalytic site for the concerned reaction. Other site may be the site for inhibition of catalysis by enzyme or to activate the enzyme further.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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