Question

Synthetic polymers or oligomers with enzyme-like activities possess two structural entities, a substrate-binding site and a catalytically effective site are referred to as ___________

(a) co-factors

(b) co-enzymes

(c) biosensors

(d) synzymes

This question was addressed to me in semester exam.

My doubt stems from Future Prospects topic in portion Enzyme Technology Future Prospects of Enzyme Technology

Answer 1

The correct answer is (d) synzymes

To elaborate: Synthetic polymers or oligomers with enzyme-like activities possess two structural entities, a substrate-binding site and a catalytically effective site are referred to as synzymes. A cofactor is a non-protein chemical compound or metallic ion that is required for an enzyme’s activity as a catalyst. Coenzymes are non-protein organic molecules that bind loosely to an enzyme. Most of them are vitamins or are derived from vitamins. Biosensors are analytical devices that converts a biological response into an electrical signal.