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Basically how many types of enzymes have been recognised by the International Union of Biochemistry?

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5
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6
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Solution

The correct option is C 6
The enzymes are classified into six major classes. A brief about each class has been summarised in the following table.

Sl.No.ClassFunction1OxidoreductaseThis class of enzymes catalyses reactions that involve electron transfer2TransferaseEnzymes that catalyse reactions which involve the transfer of groups of atoms are a member of this class3HydrolaseEnzymes that catalyse the hydrolysis reaction are a member of this class4LyaseEnzymes that catalyse the removal of groups from substrates by mechanisms other than hydrolysis leaving double bonds5IsomeraseThis class of enzymes are involved in reactions that convert a substance into its isomer6LigaseLigases are enzymes that catalyse reactions which involve the formation of bonds/linking together of two compounds

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