Question

Catalytic activity of carboxypeptidase is lost when the
cofactor_is removed from it. Choose the option
which fills the blank correctly.
Niacin
Haem
Zn++
Mg++​

Answer 1

The answer is this




Mg+++

Answer 2

Zn++ is the correct answer.

• Carboxypeptidase is an enzyme that acts on carboxyl terminal of amino acid and hence protein.
• Cofactor also known as helper molecule is a chemical compound which is non proteinaceous and metallic or organic in nature.
• The cofactor is important for the enzymatic activity of enzyme.
• Cofactors are organic and inorganic, and former are further categorized into coenzyme and prosthetic group.