Biomolecules Question 138
Question: Term - ase is used for
Options:
A) Classification of enzymes
B) Enzymes with special function
C) Nomenclature of enzymes
D) All the above
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Dauclax (1883) introduced the nomenclature of enzyme.
Usually enzyme names end in suffix-ase to the name of substrate.
e.g., Lactase acts on lactose.