Question

what do you mean by coenzymes

Answer 1

Coenzymes are small molecules which cannot by themselves catalyze a reaction but they can help enzymes to do so.coenzymes are organic nonprotein molecules that bind with the protein molecule to form the active enzyme.

Answer 2

Explanation:

The coenzymes are non-protein substance which helps the enzymes in catalyst process. Even though the coenzymes will not work alone, they are not a part of coenzymes.

Enzymes are the substance which are used as catalyst in the biological or chemical process. The coenzymes stick with enzymes and help in the process. They are also called as cosubstrates.  

The common vitamins which acts as coenzyme is vitamin B1, B6, and so on.