Question

Which term is used for the group of proteins that are catalysts for metabolic reactions?

Answer 1

The answer is D) enzymes.
“Enzymes are protein catalysts. A specific region of an enzyme where a substrate binds and catalysis takes place.”

Answer 2

Answer:

The correct answer is option D.) enzymes.

Explanation:

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Catalysts are molecules that have the quality of accelerating reactions.

Let's analyze each of the options:

A.) carbohydrates: they are not molecules that accelerate reactions.

B.) vitamins: they are nutrients, they do not accelerate reactions.

C.) nucleic acids: do not accelerate reactions.

D.) enzymes: they are proteins that accelerate reactions, they are called biological catalysts.

After the analysis we conclude that the correct answer is option D.) enzymes.