Biochemistry - Enzymes - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Enzymes - Section 1 (Q.No. 7)

Enzymes

Which of the following is false statement with regard to comparison between Serine and HIV proteases?

Both use nucleophilic attack to hydrolyze the peptide bond

Both require water to complete the catalytic cycle

Both forms an acyl-enzyme intermediate

Both show specificity for certain amino acid sequences

Answer: Option

Explanation:

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Discussion:

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Firas said: 9 years ago

Because serine form tetrahedral intermediate and acyl-enzyme intermediate while HIV form just acyl-enzyme intermediate.

Sangi said: 8 years ago

Only serine forms acyl enzyme intermediate.

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