The protein component of an enzyme is called _?
Correct answer: C. Apo-enzyme
- A. Coenzyme
- B. Cofactor
- C. Apo-enzyme
- D. Prosthetic group
Explanation
Apoenzyme or apoprotein is an enzymatically inactive protein part of an enzyme, which requires a cofactor for its activity.
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