Multiple choice

Directions: For naming and classification of enzymes, IUB has created a systematic method. They have classified the enzymes depending on the kind of reactions the enzymes catalyse. The enzymes are classified into 6 classes.

Which type of enzymes is also known as synthetases?

  1. Hydrolases

  2. Lyases

  3. Isomerases

  4. Transferases

  5. Ligases
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Explanation

Ligases are also known as synthetases. Ligases act as catalysts in reactions where bonds are formed between two compounds. They utilise the energy obtained from cleaving the ATP. Formation of C-N, C-S, C-C, and C-O bonds are catalysed by ligases.

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