Hexokinase is a
Correct Answer: Transferase
Description: The International Union of Biochemistry (IUB) name of hexokinase is ATP:D-hexose 6-phosphotransferase E.C. 2.7.1.1. This name identifies hexokinaseas a member of class 2 (transferases), subclass 7 (transfer of a phosphoryl group), sub-subclass 1 (alcohol is the phosphoryl acceptor), and "hexose-6" indicates that the alcohol phosphorylated is on carbon six of a hexose.Ref: Harper&;s Biochemistry; 30th edition; Chapter 7; Enzymes: Mechanism of Action
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