Multiple choice

Which of the following statements are true regarding transamination?

P. Transamination means transfer of amide nitrogen from a donor molecule to an acceptor molecule. Q. Liver is the main site for transamination. R. Transamination reactions are irreversible. S. Transamination reactions are catalysed by aminotransferases.

  1. P and Q

  2. P and R

  3. P and S

  4. Q and R

  5. Q and S
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E Correct answer
Explanation

This option is correct because liver is the main site for transamination and transamination reactions are catalysed by aminotransferases (transaminases).

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