A Tightly Bound Cofactor for an Enzyme is Often Called

Question

A tightly bound cofactor for an enzyme is often called a(n) _____.
A) prosthetic group
B) coenzyme
C) allosteric activator
D) inorganic cofactor
E) None of the answers is correct.

Accepted Answer

Prosthetic groups are tightly bound cofactors that are covalently attached to enzymes, distinguishing them from loosely bound cofactors.