Question

Name that describes enzymes that are most likely influenced by the substrate in terms of its formation by the cell.

Group of answer choices

hydrolytic

induced

constitutive

endocellular

Answer 1

Such enzymes are called induced/inducible enzymes. These enzymes depend on the presence of substrate or the inducer to cause their formation. For example- beta galactosidase is produced in the bacterial cell only when lactose is present.

Hydrolytic enzymes are those which cause the hydrolysis of a chemical bond. Ex- Cellulase.

Constitutive enzymes are the one which are always synthesized irrespective of the concentration of substrate in the cell. Example- Cyclooxygenase.

Endocellular enzymes are produced within the cell. Most of the enzymes are intracellular.