Question

Which metal is present in Cyt. P450?

Answer 1

Cytochrome:

1. The proteins involved in electron transport, and have 'Heme' as their prosthetic group, are referred to as cytochrome.
2. Cytochromes are observed inside Mitochondria.
3. Examples of Cytochrome, Cyt. b, Cyt. c, Cyt. d, etc.

Cytochrome P450:

1. Cytochrome P450 is an enzyme responsible for oxidation in cells.
2. Iron is the metal present in Cyt. P450.
3. It helps to manufacture and break down the proteins.
4. Cytochrome P450 contains heme iron which helps in the functioning of Cytochrome.