Phosphatases belong to which group of the following:
Correct answer: C. Hydrolases
- A. Lyases
- B. Ligases
- C. Hydrolases
- D. None
Explanation
Phosphatases belong to the group of enzymes known as hydrolases. Specifically, they are a type of hydrolase called phosphohydrolases. Phosphatases catalyze the removal of phosphate groups from molecules through hydrolysis reactions. The removal of phosphate groups is a crucial regulatory step in various cellular processes, as it can activate or deactivate proteins and other molecules.
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