Tag: molecular biology
COENZYMES
Enzymes may be simple proteins or complex enzymes. A complex enzyme contains a non-protein part, called a prosthetic group (co-enzymes). Coenzymes are heat stable low molecular weight organic compound. The combined form of protein and the co-enzyme are called as holo-enzyme. The heat labile or unstable part of the holo-enzyme is called as apo-enzyme. The…
Genetics
Genetics: Unveiling Life’s Blueprint In the realm of genetics, we dive into the complex domains of genes, heredity, and trait inheritance. This captivating field untangles the intricacies of life’s diversity and continuity. It unveils aspects ranging from eye color to susceptibility to diseases. Genes and Heredity: Genes, those DNA segments, house the instructions steering growth,…
WHAT IS CELL?
A cell is the basic structural, functional, and biological unit of all living organisms. It is the smallest unit of life and serves as the building block of all living things. Cells are incredibly diverse in terms of their structure and function, yet they all share common characteristics that define them as cells. Here are…