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Inactive precursors of enzymes are known as_______________?

Correct answer: C. Proenzymes

  • A. Apoenzymes
  • B. Coenzymes
  • C. Proenzymes
  • D. Holoenzymes

Explanation

Inactive enzyme precursors are called proenzymes or zymogens and become active after specific proteolytic cleavage. An apoenzyme is the protein part of an enzyme lacking its cofactor, whereas a holoenzyme is the complete active complex.

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