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Does the presence of cofactors affect enzyme activity?
Posted July 6, 2023

Answer

The presence of cofactors affects enzyme activity positively. 

Cofactors are types of helper molecules. They may be metals or small organic molecules. Their main function is to assist in enzyme activity. The presence of cofactors helps an enzyme function more efficiently. In some cases, they help enzymes to perform certain essential reactions that the enzyme is unable to perform by itself.