The Names of Enzymes are Often Derived from Which of the Following

Question

The names of enzymes are often derived from which of the following?
A) the reaction they catalyze
B) the compound on which they act
C) the reaction they catalyze and the compound on which they act
D) none of these

Accepted Answer

Enzymes are often named based on both the reaction they catalyze and the compound on which they act. This naming convention allows for easy identification and classification of enzymes based on their function. For example, lactase is an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of lactose into glucose and galactose, and is named based on both the reaction it catalyzes (hydrolysis) and the compound it acts upon (lactose).