Question

Enzyme acetylcholinesterase is concerned with

• A. Digestion of protein
• B. Synthesis of protein
• C. Digestion of polypeptide
• D. Conduction of nerve impulse

Answer 1

The correct option is D Conduction of nerve impulse

Acetylcholinesterase, also known as AChE or acetylhydrolase, is a hydrolase that hydrolyzes the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. AChE is found at mainly neuromuscular junctions and cholinergic brain synapses, where its activity serves to terminate synaptic transmission. It belongs to carboxylesterase family of enzymes.