The Reaction Catalyzed by a Certain Phosphatase Enzyme Is Found

question 41

Multiple Choice

The reaction catalyzed by a certain phosphatase enzyme is found to follow ping-pong kinetics and involves the transfer of a phosphate group from substrate A to substrate B. Which mode of catalysis is likely for this reaction?

• A) sequential catalysis
• B) acid-base catalysis
• C) transfer catalysis
• D) covalent catalysis

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