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What is the difference between co-enzymes and prosthetic groups?
BiologyBiomolecules (B)NEET
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  • A Co-enzymes are transient while prosthetic groups are tightly bounD)
  • B Co-enzymes are not essential while prosthetic groups are.
  • C Co-enzymes are not a part of the active site while prosthetic groups are.
  • D Co-enzymes are not organic compounds while prosthetic groups are.
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The correct answer is: Co-enzymes are transient while prosthetic groups are tightly bounD)
Co-enzymes are organic compounds whose association with the apoenzyme is only transient, usually occurring during the course of catalysis. Prosthetic groups are organic compounds that are tightly bound to the apoenzyme.

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