Reversible regulation of enzyme activities involves attachment or removal of special groups. This process is also known as
Question and options
Reversible regulation of enzyme activities involves attachment or removal of special groups. This process is also known as
- Cascade mechanism
- Covalent modification
- Redox reaction
- Oxidation
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Covalent modification
Reversible attachment or removal of groups such as phosphate, adenylyl, or methyl that alters enzyme activity is covalent modification (e.g. phosphorylation by kinases and phosphatases).
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