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Biomolecules

Question
CBSEENBI11001311

Distinguish between Apoenzymes and coenzymes. 

Solution

Apoenzyme

Coenzyme

(i) It is the protein part of an enzyme.

(ii) It is composed of proteins only.

(iii) It is thermolabile, affected by heat.

(iv) It has catalytic function.

(i) It is the non-protein part of an enzyme.

(ii) Organic compound other than protein are present.

(iii) Usually heat resistant.

(iv) Has activating effect on enzyme.