Question

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when combined with its apoenzyme, a(n) blank is an organic compound that often functions to move (carry) functional groups from one substrate to another.

Explanation:

Identify the role of organic cofactors

An apoenzyme is the protein portion of an inactive enzyme that requires an organic or inorganic cofactor to become active. An organic cofactor that binds with an apoenzyme and functions specifically to transfer chemical groups between substrates is defined as a coenzyme.

Match the definition to the blank

The sentence describes an organic compound that combines with an apoenzyme and moves functional groups from one substrate to another. This matches the definition of a coenzyme.

Answer:

When combined with its apoenzyme, a(n) <blank>coenzyme</blank> is an organic compound that often functions to move (carry) functional groups from one substrate to another.