Examples of Cofactors and Coenzymes
Complex enzymes are made up of protein and nonprotein components. The protein part of the enzyme is called Apoenzymes or Apozyme. While the non-protein part of the enzyme is called Cofactor. … Read more
Mechanism of Enzyme Action (Activation Energy and Lock and Key Hypothesis Diagram)
Definition of activation energy: Some amount of energy must be put into get the reaction initiated. This energy is required to activate the substances to react. Hence, this energy is … Read more
DNA as Genetic Material – Evidence
DNA is a chemical substance that makes genes of all organisms ranging from prokaryotes (bacteria) to higher organisms (humans). Interestingly, the non-living organism such as virus also contains DNA as … Read more
ATP Molecule (Adenosine Triphosphate): Definition, Structure, Function
Definition of ATP The energy-storing organic complex known as the ATP molecule (adenosine triphosphate) powers a wide range of intracellular biological processes. In animals, the breakdown of consumed carbohydrate molecules … Read more