Which of the Following Properties Causes Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate (PLP)to Be So

question 59

Multiple Choice

Which of the following properties causes pyridoxal-5-phosphate (PLP) to be so versatile?

• A)its very quick reaction with simple sugars
• B)its ability to be a 1- or 2-electron carrier
• C)its ability to form a Schiff base and act as an electron sink
• D)its ability to transfer methyl groups

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