Question

multiple choice question

which term is used to describe the addition of a phosphate group?

dephosphorylation
phosphorylation
decarboxylation
transamination

Explanation:

Analyze the definition of each term

• Dephosphorylation: The removal of a phosphate group.
• Phosphorylation: The addition of a phosphate group.
• Decarboxylation: The removal of a carbon dioxide molecule (carboxyl group).
• Transamination: The transfer of an amino group from one molecule to another.

Identify the correct term

The term that describes the addition of a phosphate group is phosphorylation.

Answer:

• Dephosphorylation
• Phosphorylation (Correct answer)
• Decarboxylation
• Transamination