Question

Name different types of enzymes present in our body with their functions.

Answer 1

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There are six major classes of enzymes in our body.

Name of the enzyme class	Functions and characteristics
Ligase	Binding of nucleotides together in nucleic acids, Binds simple sugars in polysaccharides.
Lyase	Breaks the bonds between carbon atoms or carbon nitrogen bond.
Hydrolase	Hydrolysis or breaking of large molecule into small molecules by the addition of water molecule.
Transferase	Transfer of a part of one molecule to another molecule.
Isomerase	Formation of isomers: the atoms in a molecule are rearranged without changing their chemical formula.
Oxidoreductase	Removes hydrogen from one molecule and donates it to another molecule. Involved in mitochondrial energy production
Kinase	Addition of a phosphate group to a high energy bond. Involved in ATP production